temporary assistance; child only case.
SB 1491 amends Arizona's definitions for temporary assistance programs by formally defining a "child only case" as a situation where a dependent child lives with either (a) an unrelated adult or nonparent relative in foster care (not receiving cash assistance), or (b) an unrelated adult or nonparent relative responsible for the child's basic needs (who also isn't receiving cash assistance). This definition directly affects children in these specific living arrangements who may qualify for temporary cash assistance under Arizona's program. The bill clarifies eligibility criteria for the "child only case" category within the state's cash assistance system, ensuring these children are recognized as distinct from "needy families" under existing rules. It does not change benefit amounts or create new programs, only refining how eligibility is determined for this specific group.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 4, 2025
Last action Feb 5, 2025
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