The memorandum clarifies policy on quarterly reporting, and expands the kinds of changes that states can allow recipients to report quarterly, rather than when they occur.
This memo clarifies that any time all members of a household receive benefits under a program for needy families funded primarily through Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, whether cash or other benefits such as services, the TANF resource rules apply and thus an income eligible working family can both own a car and obtain food stamps.
As you know, Food and Nutrition Service has been working closely with our many partners and stakeholders to improve service to working families. We are pleased to announce the Administration’s approval of an Agency policy initiative which will enhance program access for low-income working families.
Attached is a fourth series of Q&As developed to address questions arising from states’ enactment of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997 (PL 105-33). The answers do not establish new policy. They are an interpretation of the relevant provisions and their intent, and should serve as a guide until issuance of regulations.
Allowable per Case-Month Exemptions by State (if no Time Limit is Placed on the Exemptions).
Allowable per Case-Month Exemptions by State (w/6-month Time Limit on the Exemptions)
Allowable per Case-Month Exemptions by State (w/3-month Time Limit on the Exemptions).
States are making one-time or special assistance payments to households under state programs to keep the households from becoming monthly recipients of regular Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. Such payments cannot be considered a nonrecurring lump-sum payment but must be counted as income.
Cumulative Questions and Answers on Certification and Work Issues in PRWORA
Balanced Budget Act of 1977 (PL 105-33) Questions and Answers - Set 2