SB2463

TANF; require DHS to spend maximum allowable amount on child care vouchers.

Failed·2/3/26
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Mississippi SB2463 requires the Department of Human Services to allocate at least 30% of TANF funds to child care vouchers.

Mississippi SB2463 amends the Mississippi Code to mandate the Department of Human Services to transfer at least 30% of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant funds to the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) each fiscal year. These funds must be used as vouchers to cover child care costs for qualifying children under the Child Care Payment Program (CCPP). The bill aims to ensure that needy families receive adequate support for child care services.

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History

Feb 3

Senate

Died In Committee

Jan 19

Senate

Referred To Public Health and Welfare