SB472

Relating to agency responsible for administering SNAP and TANF programs

Introduced·1/19/26
Intr Text

SB472 transfers the administration of SNAP and TANF programs from the Department of Human Services to WorkForce West Virginia.

SB472 amends the West Virginia Code to transfer the administration of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) from the Department of Human Services to WorkForce West Virginia. Effective July 1, 2027, WorkForce West Virginia will assume all powers, duties, and responsibilities related to these programs, including employment and training programs for TANF and eligibility and satisfaction of employment requirements for SNAP.

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Current
Health and Human Resources Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 19

Senate

Filed for introduction

Jan 19

Senate

To Health and Human Resources then Finance

Jan 19

Senate

Introduced in Senate