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KY HR126
Resolution
Status
4/1/2026
Primary Sponsor
Samara Heavrin
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AI Summary
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Urges Congress and federal agencies to expand opportunities for states to seek waivers, flexibility, or demonstration authority under federal public assistance programs to reduce barriers to work and support earned income advancement.
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Addresses the "benefits cliff" problem, where income eligibility thresholds across multiple assistance programs may discourage wage advancement or additional work hours due to abrupt benefit reductions as earnings increase.
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Calls for federal government to streamline and consolidate reporting requirements from states for existing social safety net programs.
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Supports allowing states to test approaches promoting gradual transitions from public assistance to self-sufficiency while preserving program integrity.
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Directs the Clerk to transmit copies to the U.S. President, Speaker of the House, Senate Majority Leader, and Kentucky's congressional delegation.
Legislative Description
A RESOLUTION urging the federal government to provide states with increased flexibility to design and test innovative approaches that reduce barriers to employment and promote economic self-sufficiency among individuals and families receiving public assistance.
Federal Laws and Regulations
Last Action
adopted by voice vote
4/1/2026