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A bill to eliminate asset limits employed by certain federally funded means-tested public assistance programs, and for other purposes.
8/21/2024, 1:26 AM
Summary of Bill S 4784
Bill 118 s 4784, also known as the Asset Limit Elimination Act, aims to remove asset limits that are currently in place for certain federally funded means-tested public assistance programs. These asset limits restrict individuals from receiving assistance if they have assets above a certain threshold, such as savings accounts or property.
The bill argues that these asset limits can prevent individuals and families from accessing much-needed assistance, even if they have low incomes. By eliminating these limits, the bill seeks to ensure that those in need can receive the support they require to meet their basic needs.
In addition to eliminating asset limits, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to public assistance programs. These provisions are not specified in the summary provided. Overall, the Asset Limit Elimination Act aims to make it easier for individuals and families in need to access federally funded means-tested public assistance programs by removing barriers such as asset limits. The impact of this bill, if passed, could potentially improve the lives of many low-income individuals and families across the country.
The bill argues that these asset limits can prevent individuals and families from accessing much-needed assistance, even if they have low incomes. By eliminating these limits, the bill seeks to ensure that those in need can receive the support they require to meet their basic needs.
In addition to eliminating asset limits, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to public assistance programs. These provisions are not specified in the summary provided. Overall, the Asset Limit Elimination Act aims to make it easier for individuals and families in need to access federally funded means-tested public assistance programs by removing barriers such as asset limits. The impact of this bill, if passed, could potentially improve the lives of many low-income individuals and families across the country.
Current Status of Bill S 4784
Bill S 4784 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2024. Bill S 4784 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 25, 2024. Bill S 4784's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of July 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4784
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
18Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4784
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4784
A bill to eliminate asset limits employed by certain federally funded means-tested public assistance programs, and for other purposes.
A bill to eliminate asset limits employed by certain federally funded means-tested public assistance programs, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4784
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