45 CFR § 260.55
What are the additional requirements for Federal recognition of good cause domestic violence waivers?
April 14, 2021
To be federally recognized, good cause domestic violence waivers must:
(a) Identify the specific program requirements that are being waived;
(b) Be granted appropriately based on need, as determined by an individualized assessment by a person trained in domestic violence and redeterminations no less often than every six months;
(c) Be accompanied by an appropriate services plan that:
(1) Is developed by a person trained in domestic violence;
(2) Reflects the individualized assessment and any revisions indicated by the redetermination; and
(3) To the extent consistent with §260.52(c), is designed to lead to work.