A family is comprised of a mother, who is the head of household (but is not eligible for TANF assistance because she is receiving SSI), her live-in boyfriend (to whom she is not married), and their child in common. Do the months for which this family receives assistance count towards the time limit?

What are States doing to promote/support the institution of marriage? Please provide information on supportive services, such as marriage counseling, courses of instruction, paring older couples with younger couples, and money management.

What States are providing services or payments to cover high utility expenses?

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

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?

Do any States use the IV-D Program as the single portal of entry for child support services?

Are any States providing payments or provisions to encourage clients to remain employed?

How are States defining "hardship" for the purposes of exemption clients from or extending TANF benefits beyond the State time limit?

Do any States provide bonuses to county or local agencies as a reward for successful program outcomes? If so, provide details on the purpose of the bonus and the types of agencies that are eligible to receive it.

What types of programs/services are States providing to people with incomes up to 200% of the poverty level? Please provide the eligibility and income standards, outreach strategies, and necessary contact information.