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MS SB2723
MS SB2723TANF funds; prohibit use of for college scholarships for persons not receiving TANF benefits.
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Introduced
01/20/2025
01/20/2025
In Committee
01/20/2025
01/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 43-17-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That No Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (tanf) Funds Shall Be Used To Pay For College Scholarships For Persons Who Are Not Recipients Of Tanf Benefits; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 43-17-5 of the Mississippi Code to prohibit the use of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds for college scholarships for individuals who are not currently receiving TANF benefits. Specifically, the bill adds language to the existing law stating that no TANF funds shall be used to pay for college scholarships for non-TANF recipients. The modification is part of the broader TANF regulations that govern the provision of financial assistance to low-income families with children. TANF is a federal program administered by states to provide financial support and employment assistance to qualifying families. The bill aims to restrict the use of TANF funds, ensuring that such funds are used exclusively for current TANF recipients and their direct support. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state administrators time to implement the new restriction on scholarship funding.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/04/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/SB/SB2723.xml |
BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2025/html/SB/2700-2799/SB2723IN.htm |
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