The proposed bill would update current statutes by introducing new requirements for the Department of Child Safety (DCS) regarding the Extended Foster Care Comprehensive Service Model. Key updates include the development of a comprehensive service model that provides supportive services such as weekly engagement, life skills training, and assistance with housing and employment for young adults in the extended foster care program. It also mandates the establishment of a success coaching program with specific qualifications for coaches and requires DCS to monitor and report on the program's effectiveness annually. Additionally, the bill would amend the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) management by requiring the Department of Economic Security (DES) to conduct monthly eligibility reviews using federal data sources and enforce mandatory employment and training programs for able-bodied adults under 60 receiving SNAP benefits. It prohibits DES from seeking waivers for work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents unless mandated by federal or state law. The bill also establishes new funds for TANF and child care development, mandates monitoring of Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) transactions, and outlines processes for removing individuals not residing in Arizona, all aimed at enhancing accountability and oversight in public assistance distribution.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 8-521.03, 28-472, 41-608, 41-608.01, 41-1970, 41-1971, 41-1972, 46-232, 46-233, 46-234, 46-297.01, 35-190, 8-521.02, 35-146, 35-147, 28-475, 28-476, 28-2414, 28-2428, 28-2431, 28-2447, 28-2454, 28-2470.10, 28-2473, 28-2474, 28-2475, 28-2476, 43-620, 41-1363, 35-313, 41-603.01, 113-128
House Engrossed Version: 8-521.03, 28-472, 41-608, 41-608.01, 41-1970, 41-1971, 41-1972, 46-232, 46-233, 46-234, 46-297.01, 35-190, 8-521.02, 35-146, 35-147, 28-475, 28-476, 28-2414, 28-2428, 28-2431, 28-2447, 28-2454, 28-2470.10, 28-2473, 28-2474, 28-2475, 28-2476, 43-620, 41-1363, 35-313, 41-603.01, 113-128