Topic: Policy
Voluntary quit – is a term used in SNAP. When the person designated as the head of household quits a job, he or she may not be eligible to receive food benefits when certain criteria are met.
Temporary absence from home – a person may be temporarily absent from the home and plan to return within a certain period of time. Depending on the program, the person may be included in the benefit while absent. Policy regarding this term is located at: Child Care Subsidy: 340:40-7-6. Household composition and income consideration; and […]
Vulnerability – a term used in LIHEAP. A household is vulnerable if it is responsible, either totally or partially, for the cost of home energy.
Work activities – TANF participants must participate in work activities to help make them employment ready.
Policy Link Regarding TEFRA
Work Experience Program (WEP) – the purpose of WEP is to provide skill training and work enhancement to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) participants that will enable them to move toward self-sufficiency and obtain unsubsidized employment following completion of the placement.
Policy Links Regarding TANF Work
Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) – is a federal law that permits for-profit employers to take a credit on their federal income tax when workers from certain target groups are hired.
Work tolerance –TANF flexible funds may be used to determine the participant’s ability to participate in specific work activities.