SB3047 - 104th General Assembly

PUB AID-VA BENEFITS EXEMPTION
Last Action
2/10/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Appropriations
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Neil Anderson
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
305 ILCS 5/12-4.60 new
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Administration Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. Provides that the Department of Human Services and the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, whichever is applicable, shall not consider veterans' disability benefits as countable income when determining an individual's eligibility for medical assistance, child care assistance, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. Requires the Departments to apply for any federal waivers or approvals necessary to implement this income exemption.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
1/29/2026 Senate Filed with Secretary by Sen. Neil Anderson
1/29/2026 Senate First Reading
1/29/2026 Senate Referred to Assignments
2/10/2026 Senate Assigned to Appropriations
3/13/2026 Senate Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026