Welfare and Labor Force Participation of Low-Wealth Families : Implications for Labor Supply, March 2001

(2001) Welfare and Labor Force Participation of Low-Wealth Families : Implications for Labor Supply, March 2001. Iowa State University

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Abstract

This paper examines the welfare and labor force participation of families potential eligible for the new Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. Higher wage rates, lower unemployment rates, and lower TANF benefits decrease the probability of welfare participation. For these families, labor supply is moderately responsive to the wage rate.

Item Type: Departmental Report
Keywords: Economics, labor force, Needy Families, Agriculture
Subjects: Business and industry
Business and industry > Economic development
Social issues and programs
Social issues and programs > Welfare
ID Code: 43719
Deposited By: Margaret Barr
Deposited On: 24 Mar 2023 14:19
Last Modified: 24 Mar 2023 14:19
URI: https://publications.iowa.gov/id/eprint/43719