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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. It's where the government gives cash assistance for very very low income families (we are talkin little to nothing a month)

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Does tanf cash stop when you receive child support?

In general, if the amount of child support exceeds the TANF standard, TANF will stop. (The family might still be eligible for Medicaid.) If the amount of child support is less than the TANF standard, TANF will continue; the State will keep the child support as reimbursement.


Are snap and tanf the same?

no they are not the same. Snap is the foodstamp program and tanf is the money benefits. hope this helps you


How can you stop child support since you were receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families- TANF?

You don't. If the amount of child support actually received is less than your TANF payment, the State will retain it as reimbursement. If child support exceeds TANF, TANF will be discontinued. (But you might still be eligible for SNAP and Medicaid.)


If the babys father is on your TANF does he have to pay child support in Maine even if you are not married?

A parent who is TANF eligible should not have to pay child support.


What does TANF stand for?

temporary assistance for needy families


Under states receive federal money for welfare programs?

TANF


How much money does a person get from TANF in CA?

427$ for each child


How does TANF effect FASA?

TANF stands for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, while FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. TANF benefits are considered when calculating a student's expected family contribution on the FAFSA form, which may impact the amount of federal financial aid a student is eligible to receive for college.


Can you live with your child's father if you are collecting TANF?

Yes, provided they are notified of the move.


Can a parent get child support from NY Tanf from another and then take your taxes if you are not in arrears?

Question is not clear, but tax refunds and other payments are intercepted only if there is an arrearage. If the child receives TANF, the State retains the support payments as reimbursement.


Is TANF taxable income?

No. TANF is not taxable, and should not be included on your federal income tax return. Per IRS Pub. 525 "Do not include in your income governmental benefit payments from a public welfare fund based upon need..."


What does the initials tanf stand for?

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Temporary Assistance for Needy Families