Bill
S 4695
Overview: S 4695, Relates to enacting the intergenerational poverty mitigation act, REFERRED TO SOCIAL SERVICES, Introduced: June 26, 2025Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of
Overview: S 4695, Relates to enacting the intergenerational poverty mitigation act, REFERRED TO SOCIAL SERVICES, Introduced: June 26, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to address the issue of intergenerational poverty by implementing a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to breaking the cycle of poverty. The intent is to provide a range of support services and interventions to help families and individuals escape the constraints of poverty and achieve long-term financial stability and self-sufficiency.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes the Intergenerational Poverty Mitigation Program to coordinate and deliver a variety of services, including:
- Job training and employment assistance
- Financial literacy and asset-building education
- Affordable housing and childcare support
- Access to healthcare and mental health services
- Requires the state's Department of Health and Human Services to develop a statewide strategy and action plan to reduce intergenerational poverty
- Creates a task force to monitor program implementation and outcomes and make recommendations for improvement
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals and families living in poverty, particularly those experiencing intergenerational poverty, will have access to a more comprehensive set of support services
- Local communities and the state as a whole will benefit from reduced poverty rates, increased economic activity, and improved social and health outcomes
- The state government will need to allocate funding and resources to establish and maintain the Intergenerational Poverty Mitigation Program
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been referred to the Social Services committee for further consideration
- If passed, the Intergenerational Poverty Mitigation Program would be implemented over a multi-year period, with regular monitoring and evaluation to ensure its effectiveness
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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