A representative from the Alaska Division of Public Assistance would like to know what are states’ knowledge, skills, education, and abilities standards for work services staff (including internal or contracted). Additionally, do states have annual professional development or continuing education standards and how are they monitored?

A representative from the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services’ Policy and Program Development Unit would like to find out more information about effective transportation models in rural areas that address the needs of TANF recipients and can demonstrate effective program measurements and positive outcomes. Contact information would be helpful.

Has any state or county TANF program developed a single screening tool that could be used to identify families at risk of long-term reliance on TANF?

Are there TANF programs that offer/make available micro-enterprise loans to their clients?

A representative from the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services would like to know which states are providing vehicle insurance to clients and what criteria do they use? What about high risk insurance services?

What States provide legal services to welfare recipients? Describe the types of legal services provided.