As Congress finalizes the extension of the TANF program for the remainder of FFY 2012 (ending September 30, 2012), it can restore the TANF Supplemental Grant. In Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2011, Congress did not fully fund the TANF Supplemental
This month Congress will address extending the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program through September 30, 2012. As of today, Congress has eliminated the TANF Supplemental Grant which leaves Georgia short $37.3 million for many health and human service
Journalist Walter C. Jones covers GBPI’s 2012 policy conference and quotes House Appropriation Committee Chairman Terry England, R-Auburn. Read full article.
Policy Analyst Cedric Johnson is quoted by Jamie Gottlieb of redandblack.com, an independent student newspaper serving the University of Georgia Community. Read article.
Policy Analyst Cedric Johnson is quoted by Kathryn Ingall of redandblack.com, an independent student newspaper serving the University of Georgia Community. Read article.
The Georgia Department of Human Services has clarified that SNAP recipients can use their EBT card with any unspent SNAP benefits in November.
However, as DHS reported before, the November SNAP benefits will be suspended until federal funds are available.
If you are in need of food, you can find a local food bank here.
Submit public comment on Georgia’s Pathways to Coverage program extension by February 20th – just complete this easily fillable form:
