HB 1507 - DIGEST

     Provides that, after January 1, 2002, a new applicant for temporary assistance for needy families not currently enrolled in an educational institution must have a high school diploma, a general equivalency diploma, or have completed twelve years of instruction at a public or private school.  The new applicant will be ineligible for temporary assistance for needy families for the five years immediately following the applicant's last date of attendance at an educational institution.

     Provides that if prior to the expiration of the five years, the new applicant receives a diploma or general equivalency degree or completes twelve years of instruction, he or she will be eligible to receive assistance.