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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Pathways to Independence Act of 2005 - Amends part A (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) (TANF) of title IV of the Social Security Act to give States the option to receive credit for recipients who are determined by appropriate agencies to have a disability and to be in need of specialized activities. </p>]]></text>
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