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Employment Support and Income Assistance Act*

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  3. Comm.
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  5. Senate
  6. Assent

Bill overview

Bill NS62, “Employment Support and Income Assistance Act*”, is a Nova Scotia bill from session assembly-58-session-1.

Its latest recorded status is “Passed”.

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What you need to know

The Employment Support and Income Assistance Act is currently law in Nova Scotia. This act provides financial assistance to eligible individuals who are unable to work due to illness, injury, or other reasons. It also offers employment support services to help people get back on their feet and find new job opportunities. The act aims to help individuals and families in need by providing a safety net and promoting self-sufficiency.

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Key provisions

  1. 01This Act may be cited as the Employment Support and Income Assistance Act.
  2. 02The Minister shall establish a program to provide employment support and income assistance to eligible recipients.
  3. 03Eligible recipients shall be individuals who are in need of financial assistance to meet their basic needs.
  4. 04The Minister shall establish a process for determining eligibility for the program.
  5. 05The program shall provide employment support and income assistance to eligible recipients for a maximum of 12 months.
  6. 06The Minister shall review and update the program annually to ensure its effectiveness and efficiency.

Vote roll

No division has been recorded for this bill yet.