0970-AC97 202304 Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions 0970 Administration for Children and Families ACF 0900 Department of Health and Human Services HHS Strengthening TANF as a Safety Net and Work Program

This rule would strengthen the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program as a safety net and work preparation program, make changes to allowable uses of TANF funds, improve work program effectiveness, and reduce administrative burden. The rule responds to the President’s Executive Order on Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government, as well as the Biden-Harris Administration’s priority to build a bridge towards economic recovery. The rule aims to ensure TANF Programs are intentionally designed to meet the needs of families experiencing economic hardships and to provide cash assistance, employment and training assistance, and related services to ensure families can meet their basic needs, get access to opportunities in the job market, and remain together. Additionally, the rule aims to help states to tailor effective workforce services to the needs of each family and reduce administrative burden.

]]> Other Significant Previously Published in The Unified Agenda Proposed Rule Stage No No 45 CFR 260 42 U.S.C. 609 Yes NPRM 08/00/2023 No No None No No No No Deborah List Associate Deputy Director 0970 Administration for Children and Families ACF 202 401-5488 deborah.list@acf.hhs.gov Office of Family Assistance, 330 C Street SW, Washington DC 20201