Recent Posts on Worker and Family Assistance

A flow chart illustrating how TANF funds move from HHS to states to service providers and then to participants.

TANF Trends and Its Oversight—Welfare Assistance Continues to Shift Away from Cash Assistance (interactive graphic)

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Baby Formula’s Biggest Buyer Takes a Closer Look at Supplies and Shortages

Photo of canned goods and others on food pantry shelves.

Fighting Food Insecurity Occurs at All Ages—But Two Populations May Get Overlooked

Photo showing a father cradling a new born baby in his arms.

Paid Parental Leave Is Available to Most Federal Employees—But Some May Not Know About It

The door to a store with a sign that reads "We accept EBT Food Stamp Benefits--SNAP"

Inflation and Rising Food Prices: How Does Federal Food Assistance Change?

Photo of books, diploma and graduate cap.

COVID-19 May Be Delaying College Decisions, But Federal Programs Stand Ready To Help Students Succeed

Photo of an older woman sitting on her porch.

Providing Services to Older Adults Isolated Due to COVID-19

Photo of woman with briefcase walking in Union Station in D.C.

As economy turns, unemployment insurance may once again play an important role

coronavirus

The Coronavirus Response: Lessons Learned from The Past

GAO Watchblog

Summer Podcast Roundup – Podcasts You May Have Missed

GAO Watchblog

401(k) Eligibility and Vesting Policies (podcast)

GAO Watchblog

Help for Those Who Help Provide Special Education