2.10.1 Introduction to Time Limits

Time limits stress mutual responsibility between the W-2 Wisconsin Works program and participants.

W-2 eligibility is subject to three time limits:

Employment Position 24-Month Limit – W-2 participants can be placed in a W-2 Employment Position ( TEMP Trial Employment Match Program , CSJ Community Service Job , and W-2 T W-2 Transition ) for up to 24 months per position. (See 2.10.3 )

State 48-Month Lifetime Limit – W-2 participants can receive W-2 services for up to 48 months over their lifetime. (See 2.10.2 )

Federal 60-Month Lifetime Limit – Individuals can receive federal TANF Temporary Assistance for Needy Families cash assistance for up to 60 months. (See 2.10.9 )

The goal of W-2 participation is to help participants reach their employment and earnings goals and support growth toward economic self-sufficiency.