Virginia House Bill 811 Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Waiver of Ineligibility Period for Kinship Care Givers

March 2, 2008 This Virginia General Assembly bill provides that the 2-year period of ineligibly for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families shall not apply when a child is removed from his or her parents' home as the result of child protective services report or complaint. In such cases, the relative with whom the child is placed shall be eligible for TANF financial assistance immediately and without waiting for the 24-month period to run. This bill was signed into law by the Governor on March 2, 2008. It becomes effective July 1, 2008 . . .