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The adopted rule updates the Public Assistance Manual Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) consistent with legislative changes made to 22 M.R.S. § 3769-C made by P.L. 2024, Ch. 622, An Act to Reduce the Number of Children Living in Deep Poverty by Adjusting Assistance for Low-income Families.
The adopted rule effectuates the Maximum Benefit and Standard of Need Chart by increasing the maximum amount of monthly TANF assistance by an amount equal to 20% of the maximum payments that were in effect on January 1, 2024. In addition, 22 M.R.S. § 3769-C(1)(D) requires that the Department increase Appendix Chart, page 3, Standard of Need and Maximum Grant, each October based on the Cost-of-Living Increase used by the Social Security Administration for that year.
The adopted rule updates are effective October 1, 2024 as required by statute.
This rule will not have an adverse impact on municipalities or small businesses.
Statutory Authority: 22 M.R.S. §§ 42(1) and 3769-C
Effective Date: September 1, 2024
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Office: Office for Family Independence
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Email: Alexandria.Lauritzen@maine.gov
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