In 1997, the Arizona State Legislature passed Senate Bill 1357 that included establishing the Arizona Works Program as a pilot program to privatize the delivery of welfare services.

 

Effective 04/01/99, MAXIMUS administered the Arizona Works Cash Assistance (CA) and General Assistance (GA) programs in Maricopa East Region through 09/15/02.

 

After 09/15/02, MAXIMUS continues to assist CA budgetary units with employment and child care needs in Maricopa East Region. (See Maricopa East Region Local Offices)