,,Integrating TANF and WIA Into a Single Workforce System: An Analysis of Legal Issues

Integrating TANF and WIA Into a Single Workforce System: An Analysis of Legal Issues


 

Publication Date: February 2004

Publisher: Hudson Institute; Center for Law and Social Policy; National Governors' Association. Center for Best Practices

Author(s): Emil Parker; Abbey Frank; Mark Greenberg

Research Area: Social conditions

Type: Report

Coverage: United States

Abstract:

A number of states and localities want to promote improved coordination or integration of workforce development efforts under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant and the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). This analysis identifies and analyzes legal issues presented by integrating TANF and WIA. This paper was written as part of a collaborative effort between the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, CLASP, and the Hudson Institute.

Includes an Executive Summary as a supplementary file.