Massachusetts S121 strengthens social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility.

Massachusetts S121 amends Chapter 18 of the General Laws to strengthen social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility. The bill requires applicants or recipients of cash assistance to provide their Social Security Number upon application. Exceptions are made for expectant mothers in the third trimester of pregnancy or a child under 4 months of age, and for recipients who are present in the United States as a victim of domestic violence with a pending petition for legal status under the federal Violence Against Women Act.

Massachusetts S121 strengthens social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility.

Massachusetts S121 amends Chapter 18 of the General Laws to strengthen social security number verification for cash assistance eligibility. The bill requires applicants or recipients of cash assistance to provide their Social Security Number upon application. Exceptions are made for expectant mothers in the third trimester of pregnancy or a child under 4 months of age, and for recipients who are present in the United States as a victim of domestic violence with a pending petition for legal status under the federal Violence Against Women Act.