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When an individual participates in a work or on-the-job training program that involves work for payment, the payment is included as earned income.

Training allowances from vocational and rehabilitative programs recognized by a government agency are also included income, unless excludable as a reimbursement or otherwise identified as excluded income.

Refer to Sections 2810.35.05 (S) and 2810.35.10 (C) for information on income received through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Refer to Section 2855.00.00 for additional information on reimbursements. 2810.35.05 WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (S)

Income received through WIOA is included as earned income for both on-the-job training and not on-the-job training programs, with the following exception: • WIOA income paid to an individual who is under 19 and under parental control of another AG member. • Reimbursements of training expenses such as clothing, childcare, transportation, and other supportive services are excluded. (f1) 2810.35.10 WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (C)

Income received through the WIOA is excluded from consideration in determining TANF eligibility and the amount of the TANF assistance payment. (f2) 2815.00.00 IN-KIND INCOME

Non-cash or in-kind benefits are discussed in the following sections. 2815.05.00 IN-KIND EARNINGS

In-kind earnings are goods and services received in exchange for working i.e., in lieu of cash. The dollar value of the work performed as established by the employer is counted as earned income only in situations where the employee has the option of receiving cash for the performed work. If the employee does not have the option of receiving cash for the performed work, the goods and services received are exempt as income.

EXAMPLE:

If an AG member works off his rent and the landlord states he would pay the client $200/month, but he prefers to receive free rent in lieu of the money, then $200 is counted as income and $200 is allowed as a shelter cost.