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Family Support: New Rules for Assistance and Workforce Engagement

The JOBS for Success Act of 2025 reforms the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, focusing on workforce engagement and recipient accountability. It introduces new requirements for job search, progress monitoring, and limits the use of funds for purposes other than direct employment support and basic needs. The aim is to more effectively help families achieve financial independence and reduce child poverty.
Key points
Introduction of individual opportunity plans for work-eligible individuals, with regular reviews and progress assessments.
New performance metrics for state programs, focusing on employment entry, retention, and earnings of beneficiaries.
Limiting assistance for families with incomes exceeding twice the poverty line and prohibiting direct funding of child care services from TANF funds.
Requirement for states to reserve at least 25% of federal and state funds for core activities like work supports, education, and training.
Strengthening oversight of public spending by applying improper payments laws and prohibiting the supplanting of state funds with federal funds.
Ability to reserve up to 15% of funds for future use, e.g., during economic downturns.
Inclusion of child poverty reduction as a program purpose, by increasing parental employment.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3156
Sponsor: Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16]
Process start date: 2025-05-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jobs and Opportunity with Benefits and Services (JOBS) for Success Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3156.

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 2025-05-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduction of individual opportunity plans for work-eligible individuals, with regular reviews and progress assessments.
  • New performance metrics for state programs, focusing on employment entry, retention, and earnings of beneficiaries.
  • Limiting assistance for families with incomes exceeding twice the poverty line and prohibiting direct funding of child care services from TANF funds.
  • Requirement for states to reserve at least 25% of federal and state funds for core activities like work supports, education, and training.
  • Strengthening oversight of public spending by applying improper payments laws and prohibiting the supplanting of state funds with federal funds.
  • Ability to reserve up to 15% of funds for future use, e.g., during economic downturns.
  • Inclusion of child poverty reduction as a program purpose, by increasing parental employment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16].

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 2025-12-22.

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