Public-assistance programs, such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Medicaid, which provide benefits to people based on their need rather than taxes paid by them, are often popularly referred to as "welfare" programs.To federal government analysts, however, they are referred to as __________________ social programs.

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These programs are referred to as "noncontributory" social programs because they provide benefits based on need rather than contributions or taxes paid by the recipients.

Public-Assistance Programs, Such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)