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RepublicanBill · H.R. 2242· House(119-HR-2242)

Eliminating Fraud and Improper Payments in TANF Act

Rep. Arrington
Age: 54 years
Texas
Introduced
3/21/2025
Last activity
3/21/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by
Jodey Arrington
Cosponsors
Republican - 3Democrat - 0
Social Welfare
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Eliminating Fraud and Improper Payments in TANF Act," aims to amend the Social Security Act. It focuses on measuring improper payments and setting goals to eliminate fraud and improper payments within the program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families. The legislation would require the Payment Integrity Information Act of 2019 to apply to State programs in a manner similar to how it applies to Federal agencies. Additionally, it mandates a report from the Secretary of Health and Human Services. This report must include a plan to reduce or eliminate improper payments within a 10-year timeframe.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?+2

    The bill enhances fiscal oversight by requiring a plan to eliminate improper payments in state programs.

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2

    The bill enhances transparency by requiring states to follow payment integrity standards and report to Congress.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government owes?+1

    By reducing improper payments and fraud, the bill may indirectly improve fiscal management of federal funds.

The opposite

  • Does this leave more decisions to the states?-1

    The bill reduces state autonomy by mandating stricter federal standards for payment integrity.