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CAPS Policy – Program Integrity No.: CAPS/00-16 Effective Date: 10/01/2016 Revised: 03/02/2026 Revision Effective: 03/02/2026
CAPS Policy Manual
Page 101 of 109 Date Description of Change 11/15/2023 Revised language to clarify the child care provider may request a reconsideration or an administrative hearing related to a reclaim of funds, as appropriate, in writing and postmarked by the deadline listed on the notice or within 14 calendar days from the date of the notice on an appealable or adverse action taken by DECAL. 03/02/2026 Revised language to add that parents must comply with on-going eligibility reviews. Revised language to add staff should verify questionable or inconsistent information reported by the parent and during the interview, Added section to address when parent does not cooperate with an on-going eligibility review. Removed increased family fee as a sanction. Added language to clarify that cases with administrative errors will be corrected to ensure accuracy and compliance. Revised language to add at the discretion of DECAL, a provider may be deemed out of compliance during review or investigation of the program which may lead to adverse actions including, but not limited to, suspension, recoupment of funds, dismissal or disqualification from CAPS.