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3. Purchase prepaid tuition scholarships for students certified by the Department of Education to the direct-support organization who meet minimum economic and school requirements and remain drug free and crime free. • For the purpose of this subsection, “drug free” means not being convicted of, or adjudicated delinquent for, any violation of chapter 893 after being designated a recipient of a Florida prepaid tuition scholarship. • For the purpose of this subsection, “crime free” means not being convicted of, or adjudicated delinquent for, any felony or first-degree misdemeanor as defined in sections 775.08 and 775.081, F.S., after being designated a recipient of a Florida prepaid tuition scholarship.

5.2 PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATIONS

Purpose: DCF investigates child maltreatment reports to ensure the safety and well- being of children alleged to be or who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned. DCF and other agencies conduct the investigations in accordance with Florida Statutes.

Eligibility: This program receives TANF and MOE funds. These needy children must be under age 18 and live with a custodial parent or specified caretaker relative and the family must have a family income at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level to receive TANF funded services, be U.S. citizens or qualified noncitizens, and be Florida residents.

Restriction on Amount, Frequency, or Duration of Services or Payments: Funds help defray the administrative costs associated with operating the Florida Abuse Hotline and supporting protective investigations staff.

Major Activities: DCF completes TANF/MOE eligibility determinations on all children who are subjects of an abuse report to the Florida Abuse Hotline which leads to the commencement of an In-Home or other investigation type.

Referral to Other Programs to Assist Transition from Welfare to Work: The families receive complete case management, case related legal services, and referrals to other appropriate services as needed.

5.3 ADOPTION SUBSIDIES AND SERVICES

Purpose: The program provides a Maintenance Adoption Subsidy to “special needs children” who are ineligible for Title IV-E adoption assistance. The subsidy helps to minimize adoption disruption for families who have adopted a special needs child. The family may use these TANF funds for on-going counseling, educational, and other needs so that the child may thrive in his or her new home and remain part of a permanent family.

Eligibility Criteria: The program receives TANF and MOE funds. The needy child must be under age 18 and ineligible for Title IV-E adoption assistance, the child must have income at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level, be a U.S. citizen or a qualified