Immigrants, Persons with Limited Proficiency in English, and the TANF Program: What Do We Know?

Author: 
Fremstad, Shawn
Year: 
2003
Publisher: 
Center for Budget and Policy Priorities
Publication Location: 
Washington, D.C.
Description: 

This paper reviews data on how immigrants fare under the work-focused, time-limited Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. It also discusses policy implications of research showing that many immigrants who remain on welfare rolls have significant barriers to employment, including limited proficiency in English and low skill levels.

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