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APPENDIX B – GLOSSARY OF TERMS
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Acknowledgment of TANF Program Requirements The applicant/recipient signature on the combined application that they have read and understand the TANF program requirements. Adequate Notice A written notice that includes a statement of what action the agency intends to take, the reasons for the intended agency action, the specific regulations supporting such actions, explanation of the individual's right to request a fair hearing, and the circumstances under which assistance will be continued if a hearing is requested. Adverse Action A written notice which informs a customer that benefits are to be reduced or to be terminated. The notice must describe the action to be taken (including the amount of any benefit reduction); the reason for the reduction or termination, the effective date of the action, the right to a hearing to contest the action and the circumstances under which assistance will be continued if a hearing is requested. Affidavit A written declaration made under oath before a notary public or other authorized officer. Agency/Department Error Occurs when a person receives an overpayment or underpayment as a result of any action or failure to act by a District of Columbia government employee. Agent Orange A herbicide used in the Vietnam War to eliminate foliage. Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) The former federal entitlement program authorized under Title IV-A of the Social Security Act to provide financial assistance and support services to needy families with dependent children. The program was repealed under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA) of 1996 and was replaced with Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF). Amerasian Amerasian is a child fathered by a U.S. citizen in certain Southeast Asian countries during the years of conflict in that region. These immigrants have been granted Legal Permanent Resident (LPR) status. Applicant An individual who has made application for assistance either directly or through his/her authorized representative. Application The written request for assistance on the form prescribed by the Department for this purpose. Appraisal Estimation of worth of a good or item.