PURPOSE

The attorney general's office sends information on computer tape to HHSC to

• notify the TANF advisor of a determination of noncooperation on the part of the TANF recipient with the Child Support Enforcement Program;
• provide the TANF advisor with the information needed to implement the removal of the TANF recipient's benefits; and
• inform the TANF recipient of the action they must take in order to cooperate with the Child Support Program requirements. The child support officer sends the TANF recipient a Noncooperation Cover Letter, Form H1713.

PROCEDURE

When to Prepare

Upon receipt of the attorney general's tape, HHSC state office produces and mails Form H1708-A to the TANF advisor.

Note: Form H1708-A is for TANF cases only.

Distribution

1st copy — mailed to TANF advisor
2nd copy — mailed to TANF supervisor

Form Retention

Retain in case record for three years after denial of the case.

DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS

Follow TANF policies and procedures in TWH Section A-1142.