In support of recently renewed emphasis on economic mobility and employment, and our DTA’s work with the WIOA efforts, DTA has identified a number of necessary policy reforms state’s within the TAFDC program that can simplify and streamline program rules and requirements for working families; better incentivize and support employment and employment related activities; and ease the during transition to economic self-sufficiency. “cliff effect” Governor House 2 Budget Proposal includes a package of reforms that will significantly Baker’s enhance the opportunity for DTA clients to fully participate in and benefit from the state’s broader workforce development strategy, and to help meet the need for qualified workers in high demand industries. The total cost for building incentives to support the economic mobility and employment for TAFDC clients and their families is $2.8 million, and is comprised of certain increased grants, higher asset limits, and earned income disregards.
In support of DTA’s recently renewed emphasis on economic mobility and employment, and our work with the state’s WIOA efforts, DTA has identified a number of necessary policy reforms within the TAFDC program that can simplify and streamline program rules and requirements for working families; better incentivize and support employment and employment related activities; and ease the “cliff effect” during transition to economic self-sufficiency. Governor Baker’s House 2 Budget Proposal includes a package of reforms that will significantly enhance the opportunity for DTA clients to fully participate in and benefit from the state’s broader workforce development strategy, and to help meet the need for qualified workers in high demand industries. The total cost for building incentives to support the economic mobility and employment for TAFDC clients and their families is $2.8 million, and is comprised of certain increased grants, higher asset limits, and earned income disregards.
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