TANF funds; prohibit providing to any person whose income is more than 200% of poverty level.
SB 2725 would prohibit Mississippi from providing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits to any individual or family with income exceeding 200% of the federal poverty level. This change would directly affect low-income households seeking TANF assistance, making those earning above this threshold ineligible for benefits. The bill does not alter existing TANF rules on work requirements, family composition, or benefit amounts but adds a new income-based eligibility criterion. It would adjust Mississippi's TANF program to align with a stricter income limit than current state practice.
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Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 20, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2025
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Referred To Public Health and Welfare;Appropriations
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Rod Hickman
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