The Eliminating Fraud and Improper Payments in TANF Act would require states administering the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program to follow federal payment integrity standards designed to catch and prevent fraud and improper payments. Starting October 1, 2025, states would have to measure their improper payments and implement controls similar to those used by federal agencies. The bill also requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop a plan within one year of the bill's enactment to reduce or eliminate improper payments within ten years. Additionally, the legislation extends funding for the TANF program through September 30, 2026, appropriating whatever money is necessary to continue current operations. This measure aims to reduce waste and increase accountability in a major federal assistance program that serves low-income families.
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