Foster Care Food Stamps Eligibility

Summary

If your child is placed in foster care in Texas, you generally cannot include them in your food stamp household calculation. However, exceptions may apply for temporary placements or if youre receiving certain types of payments for them. For detailed information, consult the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 372, or use online legal databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis.

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Court is on the 16th and it is time to reapply for food stamps
Before you reapply for food stamps, it's important to know:
- Your child in foster care can't be included in your household calculation.
- Exceptions exist for temporary placements or if you're receiving certain types of payments for them.
Could you clarify your child's foster care situation?
They are there until the courts make a decision the first hearing is on August 16th
In Texas, if your child's placement in foster care is temporary, you might still be able to include them in your food stamp household calculation. Remember to consult with a legal expert before making any decisions.
Where can I find this information out in the library
You can find related information in the library's legal section. Look for books on family law and public assistance law in Texas. Also, consider using library's online databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis for more specific information.
Where can I find food stamp requirements in the law books
In the library, you can look for the "Texas Administrative Code", specifically Title *, Part *, Chapter * which covers public assistance programs. Online databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis can provide more detailed and updated information.