In fiscal year 1999, this program assisted an average of 194,688 children per month. It is estimated that this program will assist an average of 223,900 children per month in fiscal year 2000 and 256,400 children per month in fiscal year 2001. The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996, Public Law 104-193. Contact the Regional Administrator, ACF, HHS in the appropriate Regional Office. FTS is not available.
All parents adopting special needs children are eligible for the non-recurring cost of adoption.
States may receive Federal financial participation only if State plans have been approved by the Secretary as meeting the requirements of the Law. Audits are conducted in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 74 and 92. Records necessary for the proper and efficient operation of the program, including records of applications, determinations of eligibility, allocated and direct administrative and training costs, and the provision of financial assistance.