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CT SB00017

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/10/2023

Primary Sponsor

Henri Martin

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Origin

Senate

2023 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends section 17b-112 of the general statutes to modify temporary family assistance benefit reductions when beneficiaries become employed.

  • Requires gradual adjustment of benefits upon employment rather than abrupt termination to encourage gainful employment.

  • Aims to reduce the "benefits cliff" barrier that discourages welfare recipients from seeking work.

  • Referred to the Committee on Human Services.

  • Introduced by Senator Martin, 31st District, in the January 2023 session.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Benefits Cliff Barrier To Gainful Employment.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Human Services

1/10/2023

Committee Referrals

Human Services1/10/2023

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