Washington SB5311 modifies eligibility and participation requirements for cash and food assistance programs.

Washington SB5311 amends eligibility and participation requirements for cash and food assistance programs. It requires assessments of recipients' ability to obtain employment, including factors like education and child care availability. Recipients refusing work activities face reduced or terminated grants. Parents caring for children under two years old are exempt from certain requirements. Permanent disqualification applies to adults terminated for noncompliance three or more times.

Washington SB5311 modifies eligibility and participation requirements for cash and food assistance programs.

Washington SB5311 amends eligibility and participation requirements for cash and food assistance programs. It requires assessments of recipients' ability to obtain employment, including factors like education and child care availability. Recipients refusing work activities face reduced or terminated grants. Parents caring for children under two years old are exempt from certain requirements. Permanent disqualification applies to adults terminated for noncompliance three or more times.