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1. I certify that the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services is the agency responsible for administering the program, and the Delaware Division of Social Services is the agency responsible for supervising the program.

2. I assure that local governments and private sector organizations:

I. have been consulted regarding the plan and design of welfare services in Delaware so that services are provided in a manner appropriate to local populations; and II. have had at least 45 days to submit comments on the plan and the design of such services.

3. Delaware will operate a Child Support Enforcement program under the State Plan approved under part D.

4. Delaware will operate a Foster Care and Adoption Assistance program in accordance with part E and the State Plan, and take all necessary actions to ensure that children receiving assistance are eligible for medical assistance.

5. Delaware will provide each member of an Indian tribe, who is domiciled in the State and is not eligible for assistance under a Tribal Family Assistance plan approved under Section 412, with equitable access to assistance under the State program funded under this part attributable to funds provided by the Federal Government.

6. Delaware has established and is enforcing standards and procedures to ensure against program fraud and abuse, including standards and procedures concerning nepotism, conflicts of interest among individuals responsible for the administration and supervision of the State program, kickbacks, and the use of political patronage.

7. Delaware will make available to the public a summary of the State plan.

Optional Certification:

1. I also certify that Delaware has established and is enforcing standards and procedures to: a. Screen and identify individuals receiving assistance under this part with a history of domestic violence while maintaining the confidentiality of such individuals;