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Introduced
04/25/2017
04/25/2017
In Committee
04/28/2017
04/28/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
What Works to Move Welfare Recipients into Jobs Act
AI Summary
This bill aims to strengthen welfare research and evaluation by amending Section 413 of the Social Security Act. It requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct research on the effects of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and related programs on employment, self-sufficiency, and other factors. The bill also directs the Secretary to develop a "What Works Clearinghouse" to identify proven, promising, and developmental approaches in moving welfare recipients into work, based on independent, rigorous evaluations. The amendment made by this bill will take effect on October 1, 2017.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Human Resources. (on 04/28/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/2126/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr2126/BILLS-115hr2126ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr2126/BILLS-115hr2126ih.pdf.pdf |
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