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CT HB05791

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Susan Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Extends the time limit for Temporary Family Assistance (TFA) to 60 months, aligning with federal law requirements

  • Increases TFA benefits to 100% of the federal poverty level

  • Requires annual benefit increases indexed to inflation

  • Amends section 17b-112 of the Connecticut general statutes

  • Aims to reduce homelessness risk for families whose benefits expire and support families facing barriers to employment

Legislative Description

An Act Extending The Temporary Family Assistance Time Limits And Increasing Benefits.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Human Services

1/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Human Services1/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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