3210 TANF Work Related Exemptions - The following individuals are exempt from TANF work related requirements:
Exception: The exemption for caring for a child under two months cannot be claimed:
EXAMPLE:
Mother (31), Father (33), 1 month old child. Mother and child receive TANF. Father is not eligible for TANF because he is an undocumented non-citizen. If the father is available, capable and suitable to provide care for the child, the mother cannot claim the child exemption.
EXAMPLE:
Mother (22), stepfather (25), and a 1 month old non-mutual child only. Either the mother or the stepfather may claim the child exemption.
NOTE: Both the mother and the stepfather are mandatory when the child turns 2 months of age.
EXAMPLE:
Mother (22), stepfather (25), and a 1 month old non-mutual child only. The step-father is employed part-time. Either the mother or the stepfather may claim the child exemption in this situation.
or
by a person age 19 or younger (child or adult) when the person is pregnant or a parent of a child in the home and the person does not possess a high school diploma or its equivalent. For purposes of this provision, a person shall become exempt the month he or she turns age 20;
EXAMPLE:
Mother (18) without a high school diploma or GED and a 1-month-old child receiving TANF cash assistance. Mother cannot claim the child exemption.
or
In addition, a client assigned to the Alcohol and Other Drug Assessment and Treatment activity for substance use disorders will not be eligible for a child-under exemption and will be expected to continue their recovery program once the baby is born.