What does Preamble of Targeting TANF to Families in Need Act do?

This bill proposes to amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act. The stated purpose of the amendment is to target funds to families in need.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Targeting TANF to Families in Need Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Targeting TANF to Families in Need Act.

What does TARGETING FUNDS TO FAMILIES IN NEED. of Targeting TANF to Families in Need Act do?

This section amends Section 404 of the Social Security Act. States receiving grants under section 403(a)(1) must use the grant to provide assistance or services to families with income less than twice the poverty guidelines. The poverty guidelines are updated periodically in the Federal Register under section 673(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981. The amendment will take effect on October 1, 2026.

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Targeting TANF to Families in Need Act

Last updated: 3/27/2025 · Introduced: 3/27/2025

Author: Adrian Smith (R-NE)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Social Security Act to require states receiving TANF grants to primarily assist families with incomes below twice the federal poverty guidelines.
The federal poverty guidelines, updated annually, will determine eligibility for assistance under this amendment.
The changes mandated by this bill will take effect on October 1, 2026.

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