Federal Register #2026-15567

Final Rule Streamlining Family Assistance Program Regulations (No Procurement)

This opportunity involves a final rule issued by the Health and Human Services Department, Children and Families Administration, focused on regulatory changes for family assistance programs: - Government Buyer: - Health and Human Services Department - Administration for Children and Families - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a regulatory update, not a procurement - No products or services are being requested - Key details: - The rule amends and streamlines regulations under the Social Security Act - Affects programs such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Tribal TANF, and Native Employment Works (NEW) - Removes obsolete, duplicative, or unnecessary regulations - Preserves state flexibility and statutory authority for program administration - No purchase quantities, part numbers, or unique technical requirements are specified, as this is not a solicitation for goods or services

Description

This final rule amends multiple regulations related to grants and assistance programs under the Social Security Act to eliminate unnecessary or obsolete regulations. It covers various parts of 45 CFR related to public assistance, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Tribal TANF, and the Native Employment Works (NEW) Program. The rule aims to streamline the regulatory framework governing family assistance programs, preserving state flexibility while removing outdated provisions. The effective date of the rule is September 29, 2026.

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