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Special Situations Joint Custody- Each parent may apply for benefits with the same children listed, but a child cannot be on two active applications simultaneously. The first application must be fully processed and placed in EDS Sent status before adding the child to the second application.

Children Moving In/Out of Household- Additional documentation may include: ○ Custody order ○ School, childcare, or medical records ○ Rental lease listing the child ○ E&E documentation ○ Signed statements from both applicants specifying living arrangements

3.5 Supplier (Utility) Information The Local Administering Agency (LAA) must verify customer utility account information. Acceptable Documentation ● Current utility bill ● Current termination notice (if applicable) ● Utility website printout or document listing account number, customer name, and service address

For Landlord-Paid Utilities ● Current (program year) Landlord Agreement

● Proof of rental status (choose one): ○ Current (within 12 months) signed lease ○ Current rent receipt ○ Current landlord statement

Updated May 2025