TANF Hygiene Access Act

This bill would have the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services run a pilot program that gives competitive grants to states, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations to provide hygiene products to low-income households. Hygiene products include items such as soap, toothpaste, toilet paper, feminine hygiene products, diapers, and laundry detergent. Grant money could only be used to provide these products, with no more than 15 percent used for administrative costs. Grant recipients would report on families served and materials distributed, and the bill would provide $25 million to $32.5 million per year over five years. The Secretary would report to Congress on whether a larger program would be feasible.

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Sponsors

• Michael Lawler Republican sponsor
• 5 cosponsors