This correspondence is provided by the local staff if the adoption has not been finalized, and by state-level staff for active subsidy cases. The family should register their dissatisfaction in writing within 30 days of the date of the case decision. Families may request a subsidy after the finalization of an adoption under certain circumstances. Below is the process by which families access a subsidy after finalization. Under most circumstances, a post-finalization subsidy is unavailable.
State law requires approval of the agreement prior to finalization.
However, if the family has adopted a child in the custody of DHHR or a licensed child placing agency and feels that they were not informed of the child's potential eligibility for adoption assistance, were refused, or denied an application in error or based on extenuating circumstances, the family can appeal. The application is denied from the local office, a denial letter is sent to the family explaining the appeal process and a fair hearing request form is provided at that time. Upon receipt of the hearing form, the family is then contacted by the State Hearing Officer to establish a hearing date. System Operation and Program Funding 24. The remaining cost of the program is funded entirely with state funds.