Maine and Wyoming are two prominent examples of states that have found ways to provide for higher education while
avoiding federal penalties. In Maine, Parents as Scholars provides TANF-like support outside the TANF program.
Participation is open to needy parents in two- and four-year college programs that meet certain requirements. Wyoming
has a similar program and also allows a college option within TANF. Twenty-one other states allow some
postsecondary education for more than 12 months under varying conditions.