Finding 1155688 (2024-002)

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families - 93.558 Criteria or specific requirement (including statutory, regulatory, or other citation): Benefit issuances should be supported by standardized forms and documents, such as approved applications and payment authorizations, and budget calculation forms. Condition and context: Of the 40 Temporary Assistance to Needy Families benefits tested for 2024, the following exceptions were noted: • One Eligibility Checklist did not have the required supervisor signature. • One recertification did not have the required supervisor signature. • One selection was missing an initial Eligibility Checklist.Cause: Inconsistency of application of established County policies and procedures principally due to staffing changes. Effect or potential effect: Without proper documentation to demonstrate the propriety of benefits issued, benefits may be issued to ineligible applicants or in amounts that are not appropriate. Questioned costs: None. Identification as a repeat finding, if applicable: A similar finding (2023-002) was reported in the prior year. Recommendation: Management should continue to monitor supervisory review procedures to ensure the completeness of applicant files. Views of responsible officials: As detailed within the Corrective Action Plan, management has agreed to the findings and recommendation noted above.