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The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) increased the Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) and Temporary Disability Assistance Program (TDAP) benefit amounts, effective January 1, 2026. The maximum monthly TCA benefit for a household of three increased from $753 to $773, representing a $20 (2.7%) increase. TDAP benefits increased from $339 to $348, which is equivalent to the maximum TCA benefit amount for a household of one. This adjustment is based on the updated Minimum Living Level (MLL) calculation, which reflects a 2.4% increase due to changes in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) between 2025 and 2026. Effective January 1, 2026, the monthly benefit amounts for TCA follow the Family Investment Program (FIP) Schedule below, while TDAP benefits will be 2 equivalent to the TCA maximum allowance for a household of one. The FIP Schedule - R, indicating the amounts of automatic recoupment on active cases, is also included below. Note: This Information Memorandum supersedes IM 25-12.