A representative from the California Health and Human Services would like to know how Administrative Law Judges are interpreting the word "fugitive" when trying to determine whether an applicant is eligible for TANF benefits?

A representative from the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services' Employment Program would like to know if States have any resources that they use when helping individuals with criminal backgrounds.

A representative from the Georgia Department of Human Services would like to know what States are doing to serve the ex-offender population that is ineligible to receive Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)?

How do States handle the issue of criminal background checks for TANF clients? Should the State notify employers sponsoring work activities about clients who have a criminal record? Please provide State contacts if possible.