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County human services flags possible state cuts to TANF, social‑services block grant and child‑care assistance
Summary
Douglas County Department of Human Services reported the state received a letter indicating cuts to the Social Services Block Grant, TANF and state child‑care assistance; county staff said the first‑quarter drawdown has already occurred and they are awaiting clarification while continuing normal operations.
Ruby Richards, Director of the Douglas County Department of Human Services, told partners the state recently received a letter indicating reduced funding to the Social Services Block Grant, TANF and child‑care assistance programs but that county staff have limited details about timing or clawbacks.
"At this point, the message that we are sharing with our…
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