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TANF State Expenditure Integrity Act of 2024

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8203

Bill 118 hr 8203, also known as the TANF State Expenditure Integrity Act of 2024, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. The bill requires states to report detailed information on how they are spending TANF funds, including expenditures on administrative costs, assistance to families, and other related services.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for states that fail to comply with reporting requirements or misuse TANF funds. States that do not meet the reporting standards may face reductions in their federal TANF funding.

The TANF State Expenditure Integrity Act of 2024 is designed to ensure that TANF funds are being used effectively to support low-income families in need. By increasing transparency and accountability, the bill aims to prevent fraud and abuse within the TANF program and ensure that funds are being used to help those who need it most.

Current Status of Bill HR 8203

Bill HR 8203 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 1, 2024. Bill HR 8203 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 1, 2024.  Bill HR 8203's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8203

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
5
Democrat Cosponsors
5
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8203

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8203

To prevent and address intentional misuse of subrecipient TANF funds.
To prevent and address intentional misuse of subrecipient TANF funds.

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