Legislative oversight committee hears Reach Ahead update; pilot set to end June 30, members request data
Department for Children and Families officials reviewed Reach Up and the Reach Ahead pilot, including funding, program rules and evaluation limits. The panel asked for surveys, cost estimates and notices showing how many families will not receive the pilot’s full benefits when the pilot ends June 30.
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The Legislature's Oversight and Accountability Committee on Thursday heard an update from the Vermont Department for Children and Families on Reach Up and the Reach Ahead pilot, including program funding, benefit design and outstanding evaluation questions. Deputy Commissioner Miranda Graham and Benefits Program Administrator Melissa Bocash told lawmakers the Reach Ahead pilot — enacted July 1, 2023 — ends June 30 and that the department is continuing to analyze program data.
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