Topic: Policy
Core work activities – a term used in the TANF program for TANF Work activities that always meet the federal work participation requirement.
Confidentiality – DHS maintains the confidentiality of all applications, information, and records concerning any applicant or recipient in accordance with the Oklahoma Social Security Act, the Federal Social Security Act, and Section 183 of Title 56 of the Oklahoma State Statutes.
Concurrent receipt of assistance or duplicate participation– is a term used when someone applies for or receives the same or similar assistance in two cases or states for the same month.
Community spouse – refers to the spouse of an individual applying for or receiving nursing facility or Advantage waiver services who resides in the home.
Common-law marriage – a type of marriage recognized in Oklahoma in which two people agree that they are married, live together, and present themselves as husband and wife without benefit of a legal ceremony.
Collateral contact – is a verbal confirmation of a household’s circumstances by a person outside the household.
COLA – is an acronym for Cost of Living Adjustment.
Policy Links Regarding Child Support
Certification renewal – a term used in SNAP to signify a timely re-application following an initial certification period. Policy regarding this term is located at: Public Assistance Procedures (SNAP): 340:65-3-8. Determination of continuing eligibility; and 340:65-11-3. Voter registration services. SNAP: 340:50-1-5. Program and civil rights complaints and responsibilities; 340:50-3-2. Interview process; 340:50-5-86. Persons exempt from […]
Policy Links Regarding Certification Period