UT SCR007

Utah Legislature urges the President and Congress to grant states additional flexibility and autonomy to experiment with innovative pilot programs for federal safety net programs, while maintaining budget neutrality and fiscal responsibility.

Sutherland Institute research cited shows 77% of Utah public assistance recipients fear earning more income would worsen their financial situation, 62% feel stuck in low-income jobs, and 43% have intentionally limited earnings to avoid triggering "benefits cliffs" or "benefits plateaus."

Requests federal government expedite waiver approvals for states pursuing welfare reform pilots and expand block grant options for a wider array of social safety net programs.

Calls for streamlined and consolidated reporting requirements from states to the federal government to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

No money appropriated; resolution to be distributed to Utah's congressional delegation.