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No More Free Ride Act
12/30/2022, 3:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6243
Bill 117 hr 6243, also known as the No More Free Ride Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address concerns about individuals who receive government assistance, such as welfare or food stamps, but are not actively seeking employment or participating in job training programs.
The No More Free Ride Act aims to require individuals who receive government assistance to either be employed or actively seeking employment in order to continue receiving benefits. This bill would also mandate that individuals participate in job training programs if they are unable to find employment.
Supporters of the No More Free Ride Act argue that it will help incentivize individuals to become self-sufficient and reduce dependency on government assistance programs. They believe that requiring individuals to work or actively seek employment will ultimately benefit both the individuals and the economy as a whole. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it unfairly targets low-income individuals and could potentially harm those who are unable to find employment due to factors beyond their control, such as a lack of job opportunities in their area or health issues. They also raise concerns about the potential negative impact on families who rely on government assistance to meet their basic needs. Overall, the No More Free Ride Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to address issues related to government assistance programs and employment. It remains to be seen how this bill will progress in Congress and what potential impact it may have on individuals receiving government assistance.
The No More Free Ride Act aims to require individuals who receive government assistance to either be employed or actively seeking employment in order to continue receiving benefits. This bill would also mandate that individuals participate in job training programs if they are unable to find employment.
Supporters of the No More Free Ride Act argue that it will help incentivize individuals to become self-sufficient and reduce dependency on government assistance programs. They believe that requiring individuals to work or actively seek employment will ultimately benefit both the individuals and the economy as a whole. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it unfairly targets low-income individuals and could potentially harm those who are unable to find employment due to factors beyond their control, such as a lack of job opportunities in their area or health issues. They also raise concerns about the potential negative impact on families who rely on government assistance to meet their basic needs. Overall, the No More Free Ride Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to address issues related to government assistance programs and employment. It remains to be seen how this bill will progress in Congress and what potential impact it may have on individuals receiving government assistance.
Congressional Summary of HR 6243
No More Free Ride Act
This bill bars certain non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) from becoming a U.S. citizen or receiving any federal public benefits. Specifically, this prohibition shall apply to a non-U.S. national who (1) entered the United States unlawfully, and (2) received a payment as part of a settlement of a lawsuit for harm the individual sustained as a result of immigration enforcement.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6243
Bill HR 6243 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6243 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6243's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6243
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
20Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
20Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6243
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6243
No More Free Ride Act
No More Free Ride Act
To prohibit Federal public benefits for or naturalization of any alien who receives a payment pursuant to an agreement to settle certain civil actions, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6243
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