Securing Healthcare and Income Entitlements for Lawfully Domiciled...
To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to restrict eligibility for Federal welfare programs to citizens of the United States, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9667, aims to change the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 by making federal welfare programs available only to U.S. citizens. It would affect people currently receiving or seeking assistance from federal welfare programs, potentially limiting their eligibility based on citizenship status. Introduced on July 14, 2026, the bill has been referred to multiple House committees for further review and consideration.
The bill is currently in its early stages. It was introduced and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, along with several other committees, for further examination. These committees will assess the bill's provisions within their respective areas of expertise, such as energy, finance, education, and agriculture.
Key actions include its introduction on July 14, 2026, and its referral to multiple committees for review. This indicates the bill is in the initial phase of the legislative process, where it will be scrutinized and possibly amended before any further steps are taken.
