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No Welfare for the Wealthy Act of 2023

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4154

Bill 118 hr 4154, also known as the No Welfare for the Wealthy Act of 2023, aims to prevent wealthy individuals from receiving government welfare benefits. The bill was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of ensuring that taxpayer-funded assistance programs are targeted towards those who truly need them.

The key provisions of the bill include establishing income thresholds for eligibility for welfare programs, such as food stamps and housing assistance, to ensure that only individuals and families with lower incomes are able to access these benefits. The bill also includes measures to prevent individuals with significant assets or high incomes from receiving welfare benefits, in order to prioritize assistance for those who are most in need.

Additionally, the No Welfare for the Wealthy Act of 2023 includes provisions for increased oversight and enforcement to prevent fraud and abuse of welfare programs. This includes measures to verify the income and assets of individuals applying for benefits, as well as penalties for those who attempt to defraud the system. Overall, the bill is aimed at ensuring that government welfare programs are used effectively to support those who are most vulnerable and in need of assistance, while preventing wealthy individuals from taking advantage of these resources. It is intended to promote fairness and accountability in the distribution of taxpayer-funded benefits, and to ensure that limited resources are directed towards those who truly need them.

Current Status of Bill HR 4154

Bill HR 4154 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4154 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2023.  Bill HR 4154's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture. as of August 21, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4154

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4154

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

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