Bill > HB134

This bill amends Mississippi's Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) law to increase the monthly benefit amounts for families. Specifically, the bill raises the maximum monthly benefit for the first family member from $200 to $400, increases the second family member's benefit from $36 to $72, and raises the benefit for each additional family member from $24 to $48. These changes aim to provide more financial support to low-income families with dependent children. The bill maintains existing eligibility requirements and conditions for receiving TANF benefits, such as work activity participation, school attendance for children, and vaccination requirements. The increased benefit amounts will take effect on July 1, 2025, potentially helping families better meet their basic needs by providing additional financial resources through the TANF program.

Health and Social Services

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0134.xml