A RESOLUTION urging the federal government to provide states with increased flexibility to design and test innovative approaches that reduce barriers to employment and promote economic self-sufficiency among individuals and families receiving public assistance.

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Urge the Congress of the United States and the relevant federal agencies to expand opportunities for states to seek flexibility, waivers, or demonstration authority under federal public assistance programs for the purpose of reducing barriers to work and supporting earned income advancement.

Chamber: House
Introduced: Mar 24, 2026
Last action: Apr 1, 2026 — adopted by voice vote
Session: 2026RS
Momentum: 56 · Moderate

PASSAGE PROBABILITY

10.4% Unlikely

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Stage base Passed First Chamber — base rate 31%, measured from KY's completed sessions
Momentum +1 56/100 from the pace of recorded action
Time since last action -22 192 days quiet

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