WALLY HERGER: “I am honored to be part of the effort to strengthen the historic 1996 welfare reform law, TANF, or Temporary Assistance…”

“I am honored to be part of the effort to strengthen the historic 1996 welfare reform law, TANF, or Temporary Assistance to Needy Families. Since 1996, nearly 3 million children have been lifted from poverty. Nine million citizens have left the welfare rolls altogether. And the black child poverty rate is at its lowest point in history. Mr. Speaker, over the past 6 years, we have found that a paycheck is the best path from poverty to self-sufficiency. The Republican plan and the President's plan will help even more low-income parents know the dignity that comes from a paycheck instead of a welfare check. Through welfare reform, we can assist even more low-income Americans improve the quality of their lives for themselves and their children.”