Mississippi HB121 amends TANF benefits to increase monthly amounts and modify eligibility criteria.
Mississippi HB121 amends the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program to increase the monthly benefit amount and modify eligibility criteria. The bill specifies that TANF benefits will be provided through an online electronic benefits transfer system. It also outlines categories of individuals ineligible for TANF benefits, such as those convicted of fraud to obtain benefits and those fleeing prosecution for a felony. The bill mandates school attendance for eligible individuals under 20 years old and imposes sanctions for non-compliance.
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