CHAPTER 530
S.P. 671 - L.D. 1896
An Act Regarding Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and Welfare Reform
Emergency preamble. Whereas, Acts of the Legislature do not become effective until 90 days after adjournment unless enacted as emergencies; and
Whereas, funding for programs, services and equipment needed to meet the requirements of the federal Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 and to further welfare reform in the State is dependent on enactment of the provisions of this legislation; and
Whereas, in the judgment of the Legislature, these facts create an emergency within the meaning of the Constitution of Maine and require the following legislation as immediately necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health and safety; now, therefore,
Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows:
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