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GA HB565

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/23/2023

Primary Sponsor

Tyler Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Monthly TANF benefit assistance increased to 30 percent of the federal poverty guidelines
  • Lifetime maximum for cash assistance for adult heads of household or their spouses extended from 48 months to 60 months, with the new counting period beginning July 1, 2024 (replacing the previous January 1, 1997 start date)
  • Applicant resources for eligibility purposes capped at $5,000, with the equity value of one vehicle excluded if used for work, training, education, or job search
  • A $4,650 exclusion of equity value is allowed for one additional vehicle not used for work, training, or education-related purposes
  • Amends Article 9 of Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, governing the state's TANF program administration and eligibility rules

Legislative Description

Social services; temporary assistance for needy families; increase access to benefits

Last Action

House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute

2/22/2024

Committee Referrals

Public Health2/27/2023

Full Bill Text

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