TANF benefits; provide child care and transportation for applicants during initial orientation meetings.

HB 126 requires Mississippi's Department of Human Services to provide child care and transportation services to individuals applying for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits during key initial meetings, including application processing, job readiness classes, work program intake, and other orientation sessions. This policy directly affects TANF applicants who face barriers like lack of child care or transportation when attending required meetings. The bill amends existing TANF rules to mandate these supports, aiming to reduce obstacles to accessing benefits. The bill died in committee in February 2026 and did not become law.