HI SB2428

Allows recipients of temporary assistance to needy families to continue receiving benefits if employed when reaching the time limit, eliminating the work disincentive created by current eligibility rules.

Requires gradual reduction of benefits over a three-year period or sooner as recipient incomes rise, with specific amounts determined by the Department of Human Services.

Establishes assistance allowance standards based on 2006 federal poverty levels, with ranges between 34-62.5% of the standard of need depending on household work eligibility status.

Permits the Department to increase or reduce assistance allowances for work-eligible households to provide work incentives and services.

Voids the bill if the federal government determines it jeopardizes federal funding for public assistance; effective July 1, 2014.