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MS HB118
Bill
Status
Failed
2/11/2010
Primary Sponsor
Omeria Scott
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 43-17-5 of the Mississippi Code to require that unspent TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) funds remaining from the prior fiscal year be first directed to pay education-related expenses of persons enrolled in nursing education courses as part of workforce training
- Requires unspent TANF funds also cover child care expenses for individuals while they are taking nursing education courses
- Prioritizes nursing education and associated child care spending above other allowable TANF activities for carryover funds, though remaining unspent funds may still be used for any TANF-allowable activities
- Effective date is July 1, 2010, with the entire amended section set to repeal on July 1, 2011
- Sponsored by Representatives Scott and Clark during the Mississippi Legislature's 2010 Regular Session and referred to the Public Health and Human Services and Appropriations committees
Legislative Description
Nursing education; unspent TANF funds may be spent to pay expenses of persons enrolled as part of workforce training.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/11/2010
Full Bill Text
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