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H.R. 4537

Referred to Committee

Improving Transparency in TANF through Data Act

Introduced 7/19/2021•117th Congress•House

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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

7/19/2021 • House

Summary

Improving Transparency in TANF through Data Act

This bill revises state reporting requirements under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Family (TANF) program. It eliminates the option for states to use certain sampling methods in their reporting and requires states to report additional information related to the work eligibility status and participation in work activities for individuals participating in TANF programs.

The Department of Health and Human Services must also determine reporting requirements related to employment and earnings outcomes in consultation with the Department of Labor.

Introduced in House • 7/19/2021

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: Social Welfare

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Sponsor

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Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-6]

Republican • AZ-6

Sponsored 7/19/2021

Cosponsors (1)

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Rep. Walorski, Jackie [R-IN-2]

R-IN-2

Joined 7/19/2021

Bill Journey

Originated in the House

Introduced

July 19, 2021

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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Introduced in House7/19/2021

Details

Bill TypeHR
Current StatusReferred to Committee
Cosponsors1