HR 12817 · 95th Congress · Social Welfare

Social Services Amendments

Introduced 1978-05-22· Sponsored by Rep. Corman, James C. [D-CA-21]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.(1978-05-22)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Social Services Amendments - Title I: Amendments to Title XX of the Social Security Act Related to Expanded Services and Special Needs - Amends Title XX (Grants to States for Services) of the Social Security Act to sanction the expenditure of funds to provide services under such Title to political subdivisions within a State which have a special need for such services. Increases the ceiling on the total amount allocable to the States for social services to $2,650,000,000. Requires State officials to consult with local officials in developing a comprehensive services program plan. Title II: Extension of Provisions of Public Law 94-401 - Extends through fiscal year 1979 the provisions of Public Law 94-401 which provide $200,000,000 in additional funds for social services under Title XX of the Social Security Act. Extends, for one year, provisions of Public Law 94-401 pertaining to day care. Makes permanent the authorization granted under Public Law 94-120 to use funds to provide for medical care associated with the initial detoxification of alocholics and drug addicts. Title III: Miscellaneous Amendments to Title XX of the Social Security Act - Authorizes payment for emergency shelte…

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