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ii. Describe what specific actions/changes trigger the job-search period. Report of loss of employment obtained from the client.

iii. How long is the job-search period (must be at least 3 months)? Effective 09/30/2019,parent is only eligible for job search after losing employment or their educational program ends. An parent is automatically eligible for 3 months of child care, at the same level of care, while seeking job searching.

iv. Provide the citation for this policy or procedure. Current regulations reflect 2 months job search at392 NAC 3-008.01. Per guidance document and for alignment of state and federal regulations a Department Guidance Document found at http://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Guidance-Documents.aspx was issued in 9/30/2019 to start 3 month job search. A regulatory public hearing for Title 392 is scheduled for October 25, 2019. Regulations proposed will change (in regulations) 2 month job search to 3 month job search.

b) The Lead Agency may discontinue assistance prior to the next 12-month redetermination in the following limited circumstances. Check and describe any circumstances in which the Lead Agency chooses to discontinue assistance prior to the next 12-month redetermination. Check all that apply. Not applicable. Excessive unexplained absences despite multiple attempts by the Lead Agency or designated entity to contact the family and provider, including the prior notification of a possible discontinuation of assistance. i. Define the number of unexplained absences identified as excessive:

ii. Provide the citation for this policy or procedure:

A change in residency outside of the state, territory, or tribal service area. Provide the citation for this policy or procedure: Regulations at 392 NAC 3-004 requires the client to be a resident of Nebraska to be eligible for services.

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