Public Assistance Reporting Information System (PARIS)

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs rely on accurate information to ensure benefits reach eligible families while maintaining program integrity. The Public Assistance Reporting Information System (PARIS) helps states identify duplicate public assistance participation across state lines and verify information that may affect eligibility. For TANF practitioners, understanding how PARIS works can support more accurate eligibility determinations, reduce administrative burden, and strengthen coordination with other public assistance programs while helping safeguard limited program resources.