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States Sue Over TANF Data Access | Lexington News
Governor Beshear and 23 other states are suing the federal government over a new rule that would let agencies access sensitive TANF recipient data—including Social Security numbers, addresses, and immigration status—raising alarms about privacy, consent, and state authority. States argue the law explicitly gives them control over eligibility checks, and the rule violates privacy laws and federal administrative procedures. Critics fear the policy will deter qualified families from seeking aid, while the administration defends it as a fraud prevention measure. This lawsuit is part of a…
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