4008.1.2 Recipient Eligibility STEP 1: GROSS INCOME TEST

Compare the gross income to 185% of the applicable standard of need. Deny assistance if the income exceeds 185% of the applicable standard of need. STEP 2: RECIPIENT NET INCOME TEST From earned income subtract the standard work deduction ($90.00), the 30 plus 1/3 disregard (if applicable) from each earner's earned income, and child care. Add the net earned income to unearned income to calculate the family's net income. Deny assistance if the income exceeds the standard of need. If income is less than the standard of need, continue to the next step. STEP 3: TANF GRANT COMPUTATION Subtract the net income from the applicable standard of need; the number calculated is the deficit. Multiply the deficit by 50%; the number calculated is the remainder. The grant is either the remainder or the payment standard whichever is less