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Q: In 1996 a new federal welfare program called Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) began assisting poor families. was not a provision of TANF?
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What are governmental income maintenance programs?

unemployment payments to workers who have lost their jobsIncome Maintenance Programs vs. Social Insurance Programs•Income Maintenance Programs-"welfare," "public assistance," "public charity"-Purpose: provide minimum level of income to all families and individuals-Must demonstrate economic "need" (means tested)-Examples: Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), food stamps, Medicaid, earned income tax credit (EITC), housing aid•Social Insurance Programs-Purpose: provide individuals with income/assistance at times when they cannot help themselves-Contingent upon an event occurring-Examples: Social Security, Medicare, unemployment insurance


Is there government assistance available to help low income families rent apartments?

The government offers various opportunities for families with low income to help them into apartments. If you think you qualify, seek the help of a qualified professional.


How many Americans are on welfare?

Welfare is a broad term that can refer to food stamps, TANF (temporary assistance for needy families) checks, Social Security benefits and even Medicaid/Medicare. According to the US Census Bureau, about 49% of Americans receive some type of financial support from the government as of 2011. But this includes Social Security and Medicare, which is supported by payroll taxes. As of 2011, more than 44.7 million Americans received food stamps. Roughly 4 million Americans receive TANF-funded assistance.


What was true about the income of African American families?

African-American families made little more than half of what white families did.


How many American families did Stephen f Austin bring to Texas in 1824?

More than 900 families

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