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LIFT the BAR Act
1/4/2025, 11:12 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4170
The LIFT the BAR Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4170, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of occupational licensing barriers that can prevent individuals with criminal records from obtaining certain professional licenses.
The bill aims to "LIFT the BAR" by encouraging states to remove unnecessary barriers to occupational licensing for individuals with criminal records. It does this by providing grants to states that demonstrate they have taken steps to reduce these barriers, such as implementing fair chance licensing policies.
The LIFT the BAR Act also includes provisions to help individuals with criminal records navigate the licensing process, such as providing access to legal assistance and resources to help them understand their rights and options. Overall, the goal of the LIFT the BAR Act is to promote economic opportunity and reduce recidivism by ensuring that individuals with criminal records have a fair chance to obtain professional licenses and pursue meaningful careers.
The bill aims to "LIFT the BAR" by encouraging states to remove unnecessary barriers to occupational licensing for individuals with criminal records. It does this by providing grants to states that demonstrate they have taken steps to reduce these barriers, such as implementing fair chance licensing policies.
The LIFT the BAR Act also includes provisions to help individuals with criminal records navigate the licensing process, such as providing access to legal assistance and resources to help them understand their rights and options. Overall, the goal of the LIFT the BAR Act is to promote economic opportunity and reduce recidivism by ensuring that individuals with criminal records have a fair chance to obtain professional licenses and pursue meaningful careers.
Congressional Summary of HR 4170
Lifting Immigrant Families Through Benefits Access Restoration Act or the LIFT the BAR Act
This bill repeals certain limits on the eligibility of noncitizens who lawfully reside in the United States for federal means-tested programs, including Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), programs funded through Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) grants, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and certain nutrition and housing programs.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4170
Bill HR 4170 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4170 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4170's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4170
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
319Democrat Cosponsors
319Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4170
Primary Policy Focus
Social WelfarePotential Impact Areas
- Disability assistance
- Domestic violence and child abuse
- Education of the disadvantaged
- Elementary and secondary education
- Food assistance and relief
- Health care coverage and access
- Immigrant health and welfare
- Immigration status and procedures
- Low- and moderate-income housing
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Poverty and welfare assistance
- Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
- Social security and elderly assistance
- U.S. territories and protectorates
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4170
LIFT the BAR Act
LIFT the BAR Act
Lifting Immigrant Families Through Benefits Access Restoration Act
To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to provide certain benefits to noncitizens, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4170
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