§ 71-5-901. Commissioner of Human Services to Conduct Study of Poverty
The commissioner of human services shall complete a study of poverty in Tennessee, including its implications and potential solution strategies with feedback from departments, agencies, and selected non-governmental organizations serving the affected populations. Such departments, agencies and organizations shall include, but not be limited to the following: Department of children’s services; Department of health; The […]
§ 71-5-902. Poverty Reduction Plan
The poverty reduction plan shall: Assess the current and future impact of poverty on the residents of Tennessee; Examine the existing barriers, services and resources addressing the needs of persons living in poverty and their families; and Develop a proposed strategy to mobilize the state response to the poverty crisis; The poverty reduction plan shall […]
§ 71-5-903. Deadline for Submission of Findings and Recommendations
The commissioner and other departments, agencies and selected non-governmental organizations conducting the study shall hold a public meeting and utilize technological means to gather feedback on the recommendations from the general public and from persons and families affected by poverty. The department shall submit its findings and recommendations to the governor and the general assembly […]