TANF state plans and federal reports

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Block Grant State Plan

These plans describe Connecticut’s programs that furnish financial assistance and services to families to fulfill the purposes of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. Connecticut uses TANF funds across multiple agencies to provide a coordinated set of supports — including cash assistance, employment services, childcare, and family support — aimed at promoting work and family stability. Each of the programs is designed to meet at least one of the 4 TANF purposes.

CT TANF State Plan 2024 - 2026

CT TANF State Plan 2021 - 2023

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Caseload Reduction Report

The federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant includes specific performance expectations and requirements to help federal and state governments measure program success. All states are required to meet specific work participation rates, which reflect the percentage of families receiving TANF assistance that must be engaged in federally defined work activities. The caseload reduction report (ACF-202) provides an analysis of case activity including activity related to changes in eligibility criteria.

Connecticut FFY25 Caseload Reduction Report

Connecticut FFY24 Caseload Reduction Report

Connecticut FFY23 Caseload Reduction Report

Connecticut FFY22 Caseload Reduction Report

Connecticut FFY21 Caseload Reduction Report

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Annual Report

The TANF ACF-204 is an annual report that states and territories submit to the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) to detail their Maintenance of Effort (MOE) expenditures and describe the characteristics of their Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs. This report is used to monitor how states are using their resources, provides information for the ACF's annual report to Congress, and helps assess the need for legislative changes.