House Bill 5838
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Improving Access to Work Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 16, 2018
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
5838
Congress
115
Policy Area
Social Welfare
Social Welfare
Primary focus of measure is public assistance and Social Security programs; social services matters, including community service, volunteer, and charitable activities. Measures concerning such health programs as Medicare and Medicaid may fall under Health policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Improving Access to Work Act
This bill requires states to use at least 25% of grant funds received under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program for assistance, case management, supportive services, nonrecurring short-term benefits, and certain activities related to work and wages.
May 16, 2018
06/04/2018
Referred to the Subcommittee on Human Resources.
05/16/2018
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
05/16/2018
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:39:30 PM