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GA HB565
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/23/2023
Primary Sponsor
Tyler Smith
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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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