DHHS Estimate of Annual TANF Grant Expenditures

This is DHHS' plan for spending Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) money.
Some state senators and advocates say the plan is not specific enough for a clear understanding of how the money is used.

* These programs began in the last 18 months and should increase as the program continues implementation.
** Note from The Reader - This row accounts for an increase in the maximum ADC benefit and expanded access to the program via an amended version of LB89, which called for changes to the ADC program.
Table: Leah Cates & Chris Bowling Source: Data from DHHS provided by Liz Hruska with the Legislative Fiscal Office Get the data