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Goal Statement   one sentence that further defines the topic 

• To ensure Washington's Farm Labor Force can access the support it needs by identifying and finding solutions to the barriers farm workers face in receiving social services.  

Policy Options / Model Programs   specific policies or program models, grouped by type, that are profiled 

Local/State/National Information    additional information on this topic at the local, state, national, global level

• Farmworker's Use of Social Services — USA

  • Farmworker's Use of Social Services — Washington State

Glossary of Terms   key words or phrases that the layperson needs to know to understand this issue 

• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a state-administrated means tested cash assistance program that is most closely equated with 'welfare.'

• Means-Tested Benefits - benefits that a person must qualify for by fulfilling income and other eligibility requirements.
• Immigrant Sponsor - citizens or legal immigrants are financially responsible for the immigrants they sponsor.  When being considered for benefits, the sponsor's resources are incorporated into the applicant's resources

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