SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 6005

BYSenators Lee, Kiskaddon, Wojahn and Barr

Revising eligibility for aid to families with dependent children.

Senate Committee on Children & Family Services

Senate Hearing Date(s):January 25, 1988

Senate Staff:Jean Soliz (786-7755)

AS OF JANUARY 25, 1988

BACKGROUND:

Employed persons who apply for Aid for Dependent Children are required to report their income to the Department of Social and Health Services.  Their gross income is measured against a formula and they qualify for assistance if the income does not exceed the formula.

SUMMARY:

The AFDC eligibility requirements are modified so that the net rather than gross income of a working applicant is measured against the eligibility formula.

Appropriation:    none

Revenue:    none

Fiscal Note:      requested January 18, 1988

Effective Date:July 1, 1988