26-3, July Quarterly Revision

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Revision Notice 26-3, Effective July 1, 2026

Archived Revision 26-2, Effective April 1, 2026 (PDF)
Archived Revision 26-1, Effective Jan. 1, 2026 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-4, Effective Oct. 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-3, Effective July 1, 2025 (PDF)
 

Revisions

The following sections were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:

SectionTitle Change
A-122Filing the ApplicationClarifies file date for applications submitted by phone. (All Programs)
A-132Eligibility FactorsUpdates school attendance as eligibility criteria. (Emergency Parent and Caretaker Relatives Medicaid)
A-232.2Disqualified PeopleUpdates address for OIG Benefits Program Integrity (BPI) mailbox. (All Programs)
A-251Verification SourcesCorrects Related Policy link. (All Programs)
A-823Lock-In StatusCorrects OIG contact information. (Medical Programs)
A-1323.1 Children's Earned IncomeUpdates section to align with policy in A-1341. (Medical Programs)
B-232Establishing a Secondary Cardholder Updates title to Establishing an SCH. Clarifies Lone Star Help Desk secondary cardholder policy. (SNAP and TANF)
B-232.1Secondary Cardholder Established by the Lone Star Help DeskClarifies Lone Star Help Desk secondary cardholder policy. (SNAP and TANF)
B-474.1.2 Medical ProgramsCorrects Related Policy link. (Medical Programs)
B-1270Documentation RequirementsCorrects links. (All Programs)
C-321Current TANF State Time Limit County Hardship ListUpdates the TANF State Time Limit County Hardship Lists to reflect the current quarter. (TANF)
C-322Previous TANF State Time Limit County Hardship ListsUpdates the TANF State Time Limit County Hardship Lists to reflect the last three previous quarterly dates. (TANF)
D-1731Exceptions to the Continuous Enrollment PeriodClarifies continuous enrollment policy. (CHIP)
D-1761Involuntary DisenrollmentClarifies continuous enrollment policy. (CHIP Perinatal)
Texas Works Documentation GuideTWH Documents and NoticesUpdates documentation requirements to reflect current Texas Works policy. (All Programs)

Forms

The following forms were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:

Form No.TitleChange
Form H1010 InstructionsTexas Works Application for Assistance – Your Texas BenefitsClarifies signature requirement for D&A and GLA cases.
Form H1133Account VerificationRetires form from handbook.

 

26-2, April Quarterly Revision

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Revision Notice 26-2, Effective April 1, 2026

Archived Revision 26-1, Effective Jan. 1, 2026 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-4, Effective Oct. 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-3, Effective July 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-2, Effective April 1, 2025 (PDF)

Revisions

The following sections were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:

SectionTitle Change
A-122.2Scheduling Appointments Incorporates policy from Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities (MEPD) and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-131InterviewsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-131.3Interview RequirementsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-133Rights and ResponsibilitiesIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-140Expedited ServiceIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
A-145Expedited Certification ProceduresUpdates cross-references. (SNAP)
A-145.1Postponed Verification ProceduresMoves information here from deleted B-116.1. Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
A-150Combined Allotment PolicyChanges title to Combined Allotments. Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
A-160Joint TANF-SNAP ApplicationsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-190Documentation RequirementsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-611At ApplicationIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-612RedeterminationIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-630Documentation RequirementsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-841General Eligibility InformationIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-950Documentation RequirementsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-1110General PolicyIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-1122.1Parent Profile QuestionnaireIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-1130Explanation of Good CauseIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-1131.1Good Cause for Family Violence OptionIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-1541Periodic Redeterminations and Special ReviewsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2020Authenticating a CallerIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2020.1Authentication Questions and Verification SourcesIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2020.2Actions When Unable to Authenticate the CallerIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2020.3Actions on Inaccurate Responses to the QuestionsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2020.4Claiming Hardship for Coming to the OfficeIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2020.5Actions When Verification Is Provided at the Local OfficeIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2020.6Denial for Failure to Authenticate IdentityIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2040.1Authentication of Caller Identity Verification SourcesIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2050Documentation RequirementsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-2322BenefitsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
A-2342Denial at RedeterminationClarification and plain language updates.(Medical Programs)
A-2344.1Form TF0001 Required (Adequate Notice)Updates cross-references. (SNAP)
B-114Missed AppointmentIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
B-116.1Information Received During Expedited Application ProcessingDeletes section. (SNAP)
B-120RedeterminationsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
B-121Notice of Redetermination Certification ExpirationIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
B-122Processing RedeterminationsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
B-122.3.1Denied for Missed AppointmentsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
B-122.4Medical Program Administrative RenewalsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
B-124Processing Untimely RedeterminationsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
B-126Processing Desk ReviewsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
B-622When to ReportIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
B-642.2Verification Not Provided TimelyIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)
B-940Texas Works Responsibilities Updates language and contact information. (All Programs)
C-131.1Federal Poverty Level (FPL)Updates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts.
C–131.3Transitional MedicaidUpdates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts.
C–131.4Standard MAGI Income DisregardUpdates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts.
C–131.5IRS Monthly Income ThresholdsUpdates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts.
C-1114Guidelines for Providing Retroactive Coverage for Children and Medical ProgramsUpdates title to Guidelines for Providing Retroactive Coverage for Medical Programs. Updates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts.
W-914Automatic Eligibility Determination for HTWIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives, released on Nov. 04, 2025. (Medical Programs)

Forms

The following forms were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:

Form No.TitleChange
Form H0011-R and InstructionsTexas Simplified Application Project (TSAP) for SNAP Food Benefits RenewalIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
Form H1010-RYour Texas Works Benefits – Renewal FormIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)
Form H1105 and InstructionsSNAP Expedited Screening SheetIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP)

Retired Bulletins

The following bulletins are deleted from the Texas Works Handbook since the information has either been incorporated into the handbook or is no longer necessary:

Release DateBulletin No.Title
11-04-2525-191. Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives (PDF)
2. SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes - START (PDF)
10-24-2525-18Allowing Limited Scope Policy Premiums as Incurred Medical Expenses (PDF)
10-20-2525-17Aligning Federal and State In-Kind Support and Maintenance Policies (PDF)
08-01-2525-14Transfer of Assets Divisor (PDF)
02-14-2525-03Asset Verification System and TIERS Updates (PDF)
02-05-2525-01Revised - Mileage Rate Increase (PDF)

26-1, January Quarterly Revision

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Revision Notice 26-1, Effective Jan. 1, 2026

Archived Revision 25-4, Effective Oct. 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-3, Effective July 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-2, Effective April 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-1, Effective Jan. 1, 2025 (PDF) 

Revisions

The following sections were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:

SectionTitleChange
A-122.2Scheduling AppointmentsUpdates Languages.
A-820Regular Medicaid CoverageClarifies language for Emergency TOAs. Updates language.
A-823Lock-In StatusUpdates language and contact information for the HHSC Lock-In Program. (Medical Programs)
A-825Medicaid TerminationClarifies language for Emergency TOAs. Updates language.
A-1531.5Compliance RequirementsClarifies requirements including good cause reasons.
A-1822.2Exempt Members Volunteering to Participate in E&TClarifies documentation requirements for household members exempt from E&T. (SNAP)
A-1890Documentation RequirementsClarifies E&T documentation requirements. (SNAP)
A-2310Notice to ApplicantsAdds note for updated policy change and related policy link. (Medical Programs)
A-2311General Information for Denials and TerminationsCreates a new section. Adds definitions for denials and terminations. (All Programs)
B-161DataMart ReportsRemoves duplicate section. (All Programs)
B-341.1Procedures for Issuing Agency ReplacementsClarifies the difference in Agency Replacements and Unauthorized Use Replacements. (SNAP)
B-382Client InquiriesClarifies households disputing EBT transactions must contact the Lone Star Help Desk to request a second review. (TANF and SNAP)
B-382.2Balance DisputesClarifies how households can report a balance dispute. (TANF and SNAP)
B-412Student Eligibility RequirementsMakes minor edits for clarity. (SNAP)
B-443.2EBT Regional and Site Coordinator ResponsibilitiesUpdates mailbox address and makes minor edits for clarity. (SNAP)
B-472Special Treatment for Households Meeting Categorical Eligibility CriteriaUpdates language.
B-621What to ReportClarifies SR 1 and SR 2 criteria. (SNAP)
C-840DataMart ReportsRemoves outdated reference to staff resources. (All Programs)
C-841DataMart ReportsRemoves references to outdated DataMart reports. Adds descriptions for existing DataMart report DF-012 (All Programs)
C-1052.4Access Control SystemsUpdates section for safeguarding FTI to align with IRS findings. (All Programs)
D-110General PolicyIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 24-06, CHIP Perinatal (CHIP-P) and Emergency Medicaid During the Pregnancy and 12-month Postpartum Period, released on July,1 2024. (CHIP and CHIP-P)
D-1435Pregnancy ReportsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 24-10, House Bill (H.B.) 12 Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Updates, released on Aug. 1, 2024. (CHIP)
D-1720.1Enrollment PacketsRemoves references to expedited CHIP enrollment. Changes title to Enrollment Fees.

Forms

The following forms were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:

Form No.TitleChange
Form H1072 InstructionsABAWD Employment and Training Work Requirement VerificationIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 23-14, New ABAWD Age Criteria, released on Sept. 15, 2023. (SNAP)
Form H1073 and InstructionsPersonal Responsibility Agreement (PRA)Makes minor updates to form and removes signature line for staff.  Updates instructions language.

Retired Bulletins

The following bulletins are deleted from the Texas Works Handbook. The information was either incorporated into the handbook or is no longer necessary:

Release DateBulletin No.Title
07-31-2424-09Face-to-Face Interview Informing
07-01-2424-06CHIP Perinatal (CHIP-P) and Emergency Medicaid During the Pregnancy and 12-Month Postpartum Period
09-01-1514-05Federally Required Eligibility Changes for Medicaid and CHIP (September 2015 Update)

25-4, October Quarterly Revision

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Revision Notice 25-4, Effective Oct. 1, 2025

Archived Revision 25-3, Effective July 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-2, Effective April 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 25-1, Effective Jan. 1, 2025 (PDF)
Archived Revision 24-4, Effective Oct. 4, 2024 (PDF)

Revisions

The following sections were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:

SectionTitleChange
A-930Requirement for Unmarried Minor Parents to Live with an Adult or in an Adult-Supervised SettingMakes minor edits for clarity. (TANF)
A-931Failure to ComplyMakes minor edits. (TANF)
A-940Verification SourcesChanges section title to Verification Requirements, corrects section location. Makes minor updates for clarity. (Medical Programs and TANF)
A-941Verification SourcesMakes minor edits for clarity. (Medical Programs and TANF)
A-1311Requirement to Pursue IncomeIncorporates policy from Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities (MEPD) and TW Bulletin 25-11, Requirement to Apply for Other Benefits, released on June 13, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-1311.1.2Social Security Administration Definitions and GuidelinesIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-11, Requirement to Apply for Other Benefits, released on June 13, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-1380Documentation RequirementsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-11, Requirement to Apply for Other Benefits, released on June 13, 2025. (Medical Programs)
A-1429.4Phone StandardChanges title to Telephone Standard and incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-15, 2. SNAP Income Limits, Deductions, and Allotments, released on Sept. 5, 2025. (SNAP)
A-1940ABAWD Work RequirementClarifies the definition of work for able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWD). (SNAP)
A-1980Documentation RequirementsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 23-14, New ABAWD Age Criteria, released on Sept. 15, 2023. (SNAP)
A-2341Denial of an ApplicationUpdates continuous eligibility policy. Adds related policy link. (Medical Programs)
A-2342Denial at RedeterminationUpdates continuous eligibility policy and adds related policy link. (Medical Programs)
A-2342.1Retesting EligibilityClarifies eligibility policy. Adds related policy link. (All Programs)
B-122.3.2Denied for Failure to Provide Information or VerificationMakes minor edits for clarity (SNAP)
B-475.1OverviewIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-15, 3. SNAP-CAP Shelter Threshold and Allotments, released on Sept. 5, 2025. (SNAP-CAP)
C-111Income LimitsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-15, 1. TANF Maximum Grant Amounts, released on Sept. 5, 2025. (TANF)
C-121Maximum Income LimitsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-15, 2. SNAP Income Limits, Deductions, and Allotments, released on Sept. 5, 2025. (SNAP)
C-121.1Deduction AmountsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-15, 2. SNAP Income Limits, Deductions, and Allotments, released on Sept. 5, 2025. (SNAP)
C-122How to Determine Monthly SNAP AllotmentsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-15, 2. SNAP Income Limits, Deductions, and Allotments, released on Sept. 5, 2025. (SNAP)
C-123How to Prorate BenefitsIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-15, 2. SNAP Income Limits, Deductions, and Allotments, released on Sept. 5, 2025. (SNAP)
C-814Merge and SeparateCorrects mailbox address and program area name. (All Programs)
C-825.13Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Wages and BenefitsMakes update to TWC information for clarity. (All Programs)
C-1431Whole Monthly Allotments by Household SizeIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-15, 2. SNAP Income Limits, Deductions, and Allotments, released on Sept. 5, 2025. (SNAP)
GlossaryGlossary AIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 23-14, New ABAWD Age Criteria, released on Sept. 15, 2023. (SNAP)

Forms

The following forms were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:

Form No.TitleChange
H1822 InstructionsABAWD Employment and Training Work Requirement VerificationIncorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 23-14, New ABAWD Age Criteria, released on Sept. 15, 2023. (SNAP)

Retired Bulletins

The following bulletins are deleted from the Texas Works Handbook. The information was either incorporated into the handbook or is no longer necessary:

Release DateBulletin No.Title
3-31-2323-081. COVID-19 Update: Change of Address
2. COVID-19 Update: Returned Mail
03-31-2323-06COVID-19 Update: COVID-19 Assistance Payments
02-01-2222-021. COVID 19 Update: Additional Emergency Allotment Supplement
2. COVID-19 Update: Processing Denial Actions for Medicaid Programs
3. Medicaid for Inmates of Juvenile Institutions
4. Mileage Rate Increase
05-12-2020-13COVID-19 Policy Updates #8
04-28-2020-10COVID-19 Policy Updates #7
03-23-2020-04COVID-19 Policy Updates #1