Date: April 16, 1970
Subject: Family Assistance Plan
Description: Passage of the bill replacing the Aid to Families with Dependent Children program with a Family Assistance plan providing guaranteed federal payments to poor families. The Family Assistance Plan would provide a federal floor of $1,600 for poor families. The bill was forced through under a closed rule (preventing any amendments).
Result: Bill Passed, 243-155
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