Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 500: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Act; increase access to and amount of benefits

In committee Last action March 6, 2026: House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute

Plain-language summary

HB 500 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 18, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Act; increase access to and amount of benefits. Primary sponsor: Tyler Smith (Republican), Sharon Cooper (Republican), Beth Camp (Republican), Scott Hilton (Republican), Kim Schofield (Democratic), Michelle Au (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2026): House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Tyler Smith (Republican); Sharon Cooper (Republican); Beth Camp (Republican); Scott Hilton (Republican); and 2 more.