Mr. President. the Senator from Nebraska has hit upon an important issue. and one which we addressed in 1986. He states that the Federal benefits should not go to the illegal aliens. For the most part. that is already the law. In 1986 we reinforced that prohibition by enacting a nationwide verification program called SAVE. for systematic alien verification of entitlements. Under the SAVE Program. States check with INS to ensure eligibility regarding any alien who applies for AFDC. Medicaid. food stamps. Federal housing. certain adult assistance programs under Social Security. unemployment compensation. and title IV education grants. GAO reported in March that these are being implemented satisfactorily nationwide.
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