HB1293

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Make an appropriation for increasing the benefit amounts of the temporary assistance for needy families program, and to declare an emergency.

House BillErik Muckey(D)Red Foster(D)Introduced Feb 4, 2026Last action Feb 25, 2026

This bill appropriates $6.8 million to increase welfare payments for low-income families receiving temporary assistance through the state's TANF program. Starting immediately, the state will maintain benefit levels at the same amounts paid during fiscal year 2025 through June 30, 2027, ensuring recipients don't see their assistance amounts decrease during this period.

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Changes to Existing Law

This bill does not directly amend codified state law.

History (3)

Feb 25, 2026J
Committee on Appropriations Tabled Passed, YEAS 17, NAYS 0. J. 27
Feb 25, 2026J
Committee on Appropriations Scheduled for hearing J. 1
Feb 4, 2026H
First read in House and referred to Joint Committee on Appropriations H.J. 220