The bill passed on April 7, 2025, makes a supplementary appropriation of federal funds to the Department of Human Services for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program. This appropriation is drawn from the balance of federal moneys that remain unappropriated for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The Governor has confirmed the availability of these federal funds, which are now being allocated through this bill.
Specifically, the bill increases the existing appropriation for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program under fund 8816 for fiscal year 2025, organization 0511, by adding $21,000,000 to the current expenses line item. This adjustment aims to enhance the support provided to needy families in West Virginia during the specified fiscal year.