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United Way and partners urge restoration of TANF earmark for family stability programs

3717157 · May 29, 2025
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United Way representatives asked the Senate to restore a TANF earmark that funds family stability programs in six cities, saying past state investment leveraged private dollars, reduced disruptive school moves and helped families obtain stable housing.

A United Way representative told the Senate Finance Committee that Ohio's family stability programs — administered by the Seamer Institute and local United Ways — require the restoration of a Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) earmark in HB 96.

David Ryerson said the TANF‑funded family stability programs in Dayton, Cleveland, Columbus, Akron, Toledo and Cincinnati…

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