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| Bill would tighten ID regs for state aid |
| By Associated Press |
| Published: 10/18/2007 |
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PENNSYLVANIA - Social-service advocacy groups are fighting legislation to require Pennsylvanians to provide proof of U.S. citizenship before receiving government benefits because they believe the bill would deny critical services to the poor, the elderly and domestic-violence victims. Under the legislation, residents 18 and older who apply for benefits such as welfare or Medicaid would have to show a driver's license, a U.S. passport or other identification card issued by the state or federal government or the military. They would also have to sign affidavits stating they are U.S. citizens or legal residents. Read more. If link has expired, check the website of the article's original news source. |
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