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PA HB1808

Bill

Status

Introduced

8/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Frank Burns

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a workfare pilot program in Pennsylvania's fourth and fifth class counties within six months of enactment, targeting individuals receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash assistance

  • During the first six months, participants work 40 hours per week for an employer while receiving pay for only 20 hours, with TANF benefits continuing

  • After six months of employment, participants receive pay for 30 hours while working 40 hours and may continue receiving up to 70% of their cash assistance

  • After 12 months of employment, participants receive full 40-hour pay and TANF cash assistance is terminated

  • Act takes effect 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

In public assistance, further providing for workfare program.

Last Action

Referred to Human Services

8/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Human Services8/19/2025

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