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Easier Access to Benefits for Lawfully Present Immigrants in the US

This act aims to remove barriers to basic public benefits for non-citizens lawfully present in the United States. These changes could impact access to healthcare, food assistance, and other support programs, making life easier for many immigrant families.
Key points
Expanding access to food assistance programs (SNAP) for lawfully present non-citizens.
Facilitating access to the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and Medicaid for eligible non-citizens.
Changing the definition from "qualified alien" to "qualified noncitizen," broadening the scope of eligible individuals for benefits.
Ensuring access to child nutrition programs, such as school lunches and breakfasts, regardless of immigration status.
Allowing access to healthcare tax credits for certain low-income, lawfully present non-citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4311
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2022-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

LIFT the BAR Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4311.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanding access to food assistance programs (SNAP) for lawfully present non-citizens.
  • Facilitating access to the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and Medicaid for eligible non-citizens.
  • Changing the definition from "qualified alien" to "qualified noncitizen," broadening the scope of eligible individuals for benefits.
  • Ensuring access to child nutrition programs, such as school lunches and breakfasts, regardless of immigration status.
  • Allowing access to healthcare tax credits for certain low-income, lawfully present non-citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Benefits Migration Health