TANF Data Privacy Lawsuit & Funding Crisis

24 states + DC file two lawsuits to block DHS from accessing TANF recipient data for immigration enforcement, effective August 11. Kentucky joins; Gov. Beshear highlights 28,000 recipients affected. Could set precedent for SNAP and Medicaid data sharing. Legal challenges expected. Separately, West Virginia's TANF savings depleted from $141M to $41M, creating $38M annual gap; Morrisey administration orders comprehensive review. School clothing voucher closed. New practical guides: TANF Eligibility Calculator 2026, Washington TANF guide.