People CARE Act

People-Centered Assistance Reform Effort Act or the People CARE Act

This bill establishes the People-Centered Assistance Reform Effort Commission within the legislative branch to review federal means-tested welfare programs.

Means-tested welfare programs are those designed to specifically provide assistance exclusively to low-income Americans. The commission shall review all federal means-tested programs, excluding various specified programs such as the Social Security benefits program, Medicare, and Department of Veterans Affairs-administered programs.

The commission's review shall cover topics including (1) ways to make the benefits programs more efficient and streamlined, (2) opportunities to reduce costs by contracting with private entities or delegating to states, (3) any programs that should be subject to discretionary appropriations, and (4) changes to allow caseworkers to have a holistic view of the beneficiary.

The commission shall report its findings to Congress, and the report shall include proposed legislation to carry out the commission's recommendations.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Senate majority leader shall introduce the proposed legislation in their respective chambers. The proposed legislation shall be considered under certain expedited procedures, such as limitations on debate.

Bill 118 hr 323, also known as the People-Centered Assistance Reform Effort Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reform and improve the way that assistance programs are administered in order to better serve the needs of the American people.

One of the key provisions of the People-Centered Assistance Reform Effort Act is the establishment of a new oversight committee that will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of various assistance programs. This committee will work to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively to help those in need.

Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the application process for assistance programs, making it easier for individuals to access the help they need. This includes implementing new technology and online platforms to simplify the application process and reduce bureaucratic red tape. Furthermore, the People-Centered Assistance Reform Effort Act includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability within assistance programs. This includes requiring regular reporting on the outcomes and impact of these programs, as well as implementing measures to prevent fraud and abuse. Overall, the People-Centered Assistance Reform Effort Act seeks to make assistance programs more responsive to the needs of the American people, while also ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used wisely. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will lead to more effective and efficient assistance programs, while critics raise concerns about potential cuts to vital services.