CT SB00774

Allows families receiving temporary family assistance to petition for six-month extensions of benefits, with the Commissioner of Social Services able to grant not more than two extensions if the family has made good faith effort to comply with program requirements.

Permits a subsequent six-month extension if an adult meets criteria including: precluded from employment due to domestic violence or circumstances beyond their control; has two or more substantive barriers to employment; works 35+ hours weekly at minimum wage earning less than the payment standard; or works less than 35 hours due to documented medical impairment or caregiving responsibilities.

Adds new criterion allowing extensions if an adult is working and their income exceeds 90 percent of the temporary family assistance payment standard.

Disregards $90 of earned income when determining applicable family income for extension eligibility.

Effective July 1, 2017.