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Jobs and Opportunity Act: New Rules for Family Assistance and Workforce Engagement

This act renames the family assistance program to the Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services Program (JOBS). It focuses on helping individuals enter and remain in the workforce, introduces new individual opportunity plan requirements, and modifies funding allocation to better target needy families. The goal is to reduce child poverty by increasing parental employment.
Key points
The family assistance program is renamed to the Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services Program, emphasizing workforce engagement.
Mandates individual opportunity plans for work-eligible individuals, outlining employment goals and support services.
Increases funding for child care under Section 418 of the Social Security Act.
Introduces new performance accountability measures for states, focusing on employment and earnings outcomes.
Prohibits the use of funds for families with incomes exceeding twice the poverty line.
Prohibits direct spending of the main grant on child care services (requiring funds transfer or use of specific streams).
Requires states to reserve at least 25% of grants for core activities like assistance, case management, and work supports.
Strengthens program integrity by applying the Improper Payments Information Act to state programs.
Prohibits states from diverting federal funds to replace state spending (non-supplantation).
Prohibits the use of funds at establishments selling marijuana.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4509
Sponsor: Rep. Brady, Kevin [R-TX-8]
Process start date: 2021-07-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services for Success Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4509.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The family assistance program is renamed to the Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services Program, emphasizing workforce engagement.
  • Mandates individual opportunity plans for work-eligible individuals, outlining employment goals and support services.
  • Increases funding for child care under Section 418 of the Social Security Act.
  • Introduces new performance accountability measures for states, focusing on employment and earnings outcomes.
  • Prohibits the use of funds for families with incomes exceeding twice the poverty line.
  • Prohibits direct spending of the main grant on child care services (requiring funds transfer or use of specific streams).
  • Requires states to reserve at least 25% of grants for core activities like assistance, case management, and work supports.
  • Strengthens program integrity by applying the Improper Payments Information Act to state programs.
  • Prohibits states from diverting federal funds to replace state spending (non-supplantation).
  • Prohibits the use of funds at establishments selling marijuana.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Brady, Kevin [R-TX-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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