Under the new provisions of TANF,families can receive no more than a total of __________ of benefits in a lifetime.

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The new provisions of TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) limit families to receive a maximum of 5 years of benefits in a lifetime. This provision was introduced in the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to promote self-sufficiency among needy families. After the 5-year limit, families can no longer receive TANF benefits unless they qualify for an exception such as a hardship or disability.

Under the New Provisions of TANF,families Can Receive No More