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TANF Emergency Recovery Fund

More Tennesseans in need of financial help

Hearing on the “Safety Net’s” Response to the Recession

Commissioner's Congressional testimony

July 27, 2009 - New York Times story: Stimulus Meets New Deal

Tennessee is allowed to draw down Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Emergency Recovery funds for approved activities. DHS is utilizing TANF Emergency Recovery funds for subsidized employment across the state. Perry County has received national and Congressional recognition.


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