Nursing education; unspent TANF funds shall be spent to pay expenses of persons enrolled as part of workforce training.

HB 178 would redirect unspent Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds from the previous fiscal year to cover education costs for individuals enrolled in nursing education programs as part of workforce training. It would also pay for child care expenses for these individuals while they are studying. The bill applies specifically to TANF recipients pursuing nursing education, using existing unspent funds rather than new appropriations. This policy change aims to support workforce development in nursing by reducing financial barriers for participants.