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1. Use tracking code "TO" on CHIP screen FITL when the case is open but zero benefits were issued and transportation assistance was provided. 2. Use tracking code "FC" on CHIP screen FITL when the case was open but zero benefits were issued and a family cap voucher was provided.

Case Manager Review When a family reaches cut-off in the 59th month of TANF Federal time limits, the case will be de- authorized and a CHIP alert will notify the ES Worker that the case is due to close due to the Federal time limit. A review of the case must be conducted to determine that the months have been coded correctly on FAIP and if any of the hardship criteria exists.

If an individual's time limit tracking code was coded incorrectly, CHIP screen FITL must be corrected to add months back to the appropriate Federal/State time limit column and the case reauthorized. If the case was coded correctly and if one of the hardship criteria does exist, the extension code of "HV" or "HA" must be entered on FAIP and the case reauthorized. Benefits must be extended if any of the hardship criteria are met. The case must be reviewed, at a minimum, every six months.

If the case was coded correctly and the hardship extension criteria does not exist, close the case using CHIP code "FL" and send Closure Notice A319.