Instead of ensuring single-parent families on Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) receive their full child support payments, Democrats chose to fund DEI programs at public universities. And rather than rein in the exponential growth of college administrators, they increased fees on the Discover Pass and hunting and fishing licenses. The Democrats’ budget is out of step with the needs of Washington’s working families. House Republican Caucus Chair Peter Abbarno provides a recap of week

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) rates increased to help more families experiencing hardship. The TANF program is intended to move families from public assistance to self-sufficiency by providing cash assistance along with work readiness, training and job placement services. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3OHBcvf | ND Health and Human Services

Gov. Kay Ivey announced she will use the state’s emergency fund to support food banks across Alabama as the federal government shutdown has suspended SNAP benefits. The governor will release $2 million to support eight food banks, which together serve all 67 counties. The Alabama Department of Human Resources will also provide an additional $3M to food banks and $300 to the caregivers of children enrolled in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program to help offset costs after losing fo