Resolve providing for an investigation by a special commission relative to the feasibility of a diaper allowance
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs a special commission, including members of the General Court, to investigate the feasibility of providing an annual allowance to families receiving Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) to purchase diapers. The commission’s investigation will assess the potential benefits and challenges of such a program for children in these families. This initiative aims to address the financial burden of diaper costs for low-income families.
Key provisions
- Establish a special commission to conduct an investigation.
- The commission will assess the feasibility of a diaper allowance.
- The allowance would be for recipients of the TAFDC program.
- The commission must include members of the General Court.
- The investigation will focus on the potential benefits and challenges of the allowance.
- The commission will report its findings and recommendations.
- The report will be submitted to the legislature.
Who is affected
- Families receiving TAFDC benefits
- Children in families receiving TAFDC benefits
- The General Court
- Low-income families
Notable changes
- This bill proposes a new program to address diaper costs for a specific population.
- It differs from existing programs that may not specifically target diaper expenses.
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