TWH Revisions
26-4, October Quarterly Revision
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Revision Notice 26-4, Effective Oct. 1, 2026
Archived Revision 26-3, Effective July 1, 2026 (PDF)
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)
Revisions
The following sections were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:
| Sections | Section Title | Change |
|---|---|---|
| A-140 | Expedited Service | Clarifies examples of expedited redeterminations. (SNAP) |
| A-1323.4.5 | Allowable Costs of Producing Income | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-05, Mileage Rate Increase, released on March 2, 2026. (All Programs) |
| A-1370 | Verification Requirements | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-16, 2. FY 27 SNAP Cost of Living Updates, released on Sept. 16, 2026. (SNAP) |
| A-1428.1 | Allowable Medical Expenses | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-05, Mileage Rate Increase, released on March 2, 2026. (All Programs) |
| A-1429.3.1 | Standard Utility Allowance (SUA) | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-20, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 (LIHEAA), released on Nov. 10, 2025. (SNAP) |
| A-1429.3.3 | Determining the Appropriate Utility Allowance | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-20, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 (LIHEAA), released on Nov. 10, 2025. (SNAP) |
| B-621 | What to Report | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-16, 2. FY 27 SNAP Cost of Living Updates, released on Sept. 16, 2026. (SNAP) |
| C-111 | Income Limits | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-16, 1. TANF Maximum Grant Amounts, released on Sept. 16, 2026. (TANF) |
| C-121 | Maximum Income Limits | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-16, 2. FY 27 SNAP Cost of Living Updates, released on Sept. 16, 2026. (SNAP) |
| C-121.1 | Deduction Amounts | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-16, 2. FY 27 SNAP Cost of Living Updates, released on Sept. 16, 2026. (SNAP) |
| C-122 | How to Determine Monthly SNAP Allotments | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-16, 2. FY 27 SNAP Cost of Living Updates, released on Sept. 16, 2026. (SNAP) |
| C-123 | How to Prorate Benefits | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-16, 2. FY 27 SNAP Cost of Living Updates, released on Sept. 16, 2026. (SNAP) |
| C-321 | Current TANF State Time Limit County Hardship List | Updates the TANF State Time Limit County Hardship Lists to reflect the current quarter. (TANF) |
| C-322 | Previous TANF State Time Limit County Hardship Lists | Updates the TANF State Time Limit County Hardship Lists to reflect the last three previous quarterly dates. (TANF) |
| C-1431 | Whole Monthly Allotments by Household Size | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-16, 2. FY 27 SNAP Cost of Living Updates, released on Sept. 16, 2026. (SNAP) |
Forms
The following forms were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:
| Form | Title | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Form H1019 and Instructions | Report of Change | Adds reporting requirements for Transitional Medicaid. Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-09, SNAP Streamlined Reporting Requirements, released on May 22, 2026. Form published on July 27, 2026. |
| Form H1071 and Instructions | Family Violence Exemption for Medicaid and CHIP | Deletes form. Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-08, 1. Self-Attestation for Family Violence Good Cause, released on April 13, 2026. (Medicaid and CHIP) |
| Form H1146-M and Instructions | Form H1146-M, Medicaid Report (Manual) | Deletes form per the Transitional Medicaid – Remove Continuous Eligibility project. (TP 07 and TP 37) |
| Form H1706 and Instructions | Good Cause Recommendation and Family Violence Exemption | Deletes form. Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 26-08, 1. Self-Attestation for Family Violence Good Cause, released on April 13, 2026. (TANF) |
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 Date | Bulletin No. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 03-02-26 | 26-05 | Mileage Rate Increase (PDF) |
| 02-19-26 | 26-04 | 2026 Federal Poverty Level (PDF) |
| 02-11-26 | 26-03 | Termination of Parole for Certain Immigrants and Immediate Family Members (PDF) |
| 12-29-25 | 25-24 | Federal Benefits 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment - COLA (PDF) |
| 11-14-25 | 25-22 | Federal Government Shutdown Update (PDF) |
| 11-10-25 | 25-21 | Partial November SNAP Allotments (PDF) Attachment: SNAP Allotment Chart November 2025 Partial Benefits (PDF) |
| 11-10-25 | 25-20 | Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 - LIHEAA |
| 09-05-25 | 25-15 | 1. TANF Maximum Grant Amounts (PDF) 2. SNAP Income Limits, Deductions, and Allotments (PDF) 3. SNAP-CAP Shelter Threshold and Allotments (PDF) Attachment: SNAP Allotment Chart (PDF) |
| 07-22-25 | 25-13 | Compacts of Free Association (COFA) Eligibility (PDF) |
| 06-13-25 | 25-11 | Requirement to Apply for Other Benefits (PDF) |
| 05-23-25 | 25-09 | SNAP and TANF Telephonic Signatures (PDF) |
| 04-01-25 | 25-08 | SNAP Work Rules – Verbal Informing Documentation (PDF) |
| 02-25-25 | 25-04 | 2025 Federal Poverty Level (PDF) |
| 12-27-24 | 24-18 | Update - SNAP Unauthorized Use Replacement Benefits (PDF) |
| 12-20-24 | 24-17 | Federal Benefits 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) - (PDF) |
| 12-13-24 | 24-16 | Additional Updates to Asset Verification System (PDF) |
| 12-27-24 | 24-15 | Revised - Update - Continuous Eligibility for Medicaid for Children Under 19 (PDF) |
| 11-18-24 | 24-14 | 1. Extension of the Medicaid for Breast and Cervical Cancer (MBCC) Certification Period 2. Update - Eligibility for Federal Benefits for Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees (UHPs)(PDF) |
| 0-01-24 | 24-12 | 1. TANF Maximum Grant Amounts 2. SNAP Income Limits, Deductions, and Allotments (PDF) Attachment: SNAP Allotment Chart (PDF) |
| 08-01-24 | 24-10 | House Bill (H.B.) 12 Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Updates (PDF) |
| 07-17-24 | 24-07 | Spousal Impoverishment Dependent Allowance (PDF) |
| 04-17-24 | 24-04 | 1. End of SNAP Shelter Cost Flexibility: Change of Address 2. End of SNAP Shelter Cost Flexibility: Returned Mail 3. COVID-19 Update: Interview Requirements (PDF) |
| 05-24-23 | 23-10 | SNAP Unauthorized Use Replacement Benefits (PDF) |
| 03-31-23 | 23-08 | 1. COVID-19 Update: Change of Address (PDF) 2. COVID-19 Update: Returned Mail (PDF) |
| 03-31-23 | 23-07 | End of Continuous Medicaid Coverage 1. Maintaining Medicaid Coverage 2. Processing Case Actions for Medical Programs 3. Reasonable Opportunity Period (ROP) 4. Medicaid Buy-In and Medicaid Buy-In for Children Premiums 5. Renewals Initiated Prior to April 1, 2023 6. SNAP Income to Renew Medicaid |
| 02-10-23 | 23-03 | Updates to Afghan Eligibility for Federal Benefits |
| 08-04-22 | 22-14 | Eligibility for Federal Benefits for Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees (UHPs) |
| 12-14-18 | 18-10 | 1. Removal of Fleeing Felon and Parole/Probation Violator Application Questions 2. Maternal Depression Screening Questions 3. Suspension, Termination and Reinstatement of Health Care Coverage for Persons Confined to a County Jail |
| 10-01-14 | 15-02 | Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) |
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:
| Section | Title | Change |
|---|---|---|
| A-122 | Filing the Application | Clarifies file date for applications submitted by phone. (All Programs) |
| A-132 | Eligibility Factors | Updates school attendance as eligibility criteria. (Emergency Parent and Caretaker Relatives Medicaid) |
| A-232.2 | Disqualified People | Updates address for OIG Benefits Program Integrity (BPI) mailbox. (All Programs) |
| A-251 | Verification Sources | Corrects Related Policy link. (All Programs) |
| A-823 | Lock-In Status | Corrects OIG contact information. (Medical Programs) |
| A-1323.1 | Children's Earned Income | Updates section to align with policy in A-1341. (Medical Programs) |
| B-232 | Establishing a Secondary Cardholder | Clarifies Lone Star Help Desk secondary cardholder policy. (SNAP and TANF) |
| B-232.1 | Secondary Cardholder Established by the Lone Star Help Desk | Clarifies Lone Star Help Desk secondary cardholder policy. (SNAP and TANF) |
| B-474.1.2 | Medical Programs | Corrects Related Policy link. (Medical Programs) |
| B-1270 | Documentation Requirements | Corrects links. (All Programs) |
| C-321 | Current TANF State Time Limit County Hardship List | Updates the TANF State Time Limit County Hardship Lists to reflect the current quarter. (TANF) |
| C-322 | Previous TANF State Time Limit County Hardship Lists | Updates the TANF State Time Limit County Hardship Lists to reflect the last three previous quarterly dates. (TANF) |
| D-1731 | Exceptions to the Continuous Enrollment Period | Clarifies continuous enrollment policy. (CHIP) |
| D-1761 | Involuntary Disenrollment | Clarifies continuous enrollment policy. (CHIP Perinatal) |
| Texas Works Documentation Guide | TWH Documents and Notices | Updates documentation requirements to reflect current Texas Works policy. (All Programs) |
Forms
The following forms were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:
| Form No. | Title | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Form H1010 Instructions | Texas Works Application for Assistance – Your Texas Benefits | Clarifies signature requirement for D&A and GLA cases. |
| Form H1133 | Account Verification | Retires 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)
Revisions
The following sections were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:
| Section | Title | Change |
|---|---|---|
| A-122.2 | Scheduling 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-131 | Interviews | Incorporates 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-131.3 | Interview Requirements | Incorporates 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-133 | Rights and Responsibilities | Incorporates 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-140 | Expedited Service | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP) |
| A-145 | Expedited Certification Procedures | Updates cross-references. (SNAP) |
| A-145.1 | Postponed Verification Procedures | Moves 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-150 | Combined Allotment Policy | Changes 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-160 | Joint TANF-SNAP Applications | Incorporates 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-190 | Documentation Requirements | Incorporates 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-611 | At Application | Incorporates 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-612 | Redetermination | Incorporates 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-630 | Documentation Requirements | Incorporates 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-841 | General Eligibility Information | Incorporates 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-950 | Documentation Requirements | Incorporates 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-1110 | General Policy | Incorporates 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-1122.1 | Parent Profile Questionnaire | Incorporates 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-1130 | Explanation of Good Cause | Incorporates 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-1131.1 | Good Cause for Family Violence Option | Incorporates 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-1541 | Periodic Redeterminations and Special Reviews | Incorporates 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 | Authenticating a Caller | Incorporates 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-2020.1 | Authentication Questions and Verification Sources | Incorporates 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-2020.2 | Actions When Unable to Authenticate the Caller | Incorporates 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-2020.3 | Actions on Inaccurate Responses to the Questions | Incorporates 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-2020.4 | Claiming Hardship for Coming to the Office | Incorporates 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-2020.5 | Actions When Verification Is Provided at the Local Office | Incorporates 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-2020.6 | Denial for Failure to Authenticate Identity | Incorporates 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-2040.1 | Authentication of Caller Identity Verification Sources | Incorporates 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-2050 | Documentation Requirements | Incorporates 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-2322 | Benefits | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP) |
| A-2342 | Denial at Redetermination | Clarification and plain language updates.(Medical Programs) |
| A-2344.1 | Form TF0001 Required (Adequate Notice) | Updates cross-references. (SNAP) |
| B-114 | Missed Appointment | Incorporates 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-116.1 | Information Received During Expedited Application Processing | Deletes section. (SNAP) |
| B-120 | Redeterminations | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP) |
| B-121 | Notice of Redetermination Certification Expiration | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP) |
| B-122 | Processing Redeterminations | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP) |
| B-122.3.1 | Denied for Missed Appointments | Incorporates 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-122.4 | Medical Program Administrative Renewals | Incorporates 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-124 | Processing Untimely Redeterminations | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP) |
| B-126 | Processing Desk Reviews | Incorporates 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-622 | When to Report | Incorporates 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-642.2 | Verification Not Provided Timely | Incorporates 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-940 | Texas Works Responsibilities | Updates language and contact information. (All Programs) |
| C-131.1 | Federal Poverty Level (FPL) | Updates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts. |
| C–131.3 | Transitional Medicaid | Updates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts. |
| C–131.4 | Standard MAGI Income Disregard | Updates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts. |
| C–131.5 | IRS Monthly Income Thresholds | Updates the federal poverty level (FPL). Adjusts amounts used for eligibility determinations for some Medicaid programs. Reflects 2026 amounts. |
| C-1114 | Guidelines for Providing Retroactive Coverage for Children and Medical Programs | Updates 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-914 | Automatic Eligibility Determination for HTW | Incorporates 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. | Title | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Form H0011-R and Instructions | Texas Simplified Application Project (TSAP) for SNAP Food Benefits Renewal | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 25-19, SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes (START), released on Nov. 04, 2025. (SNAP) |
| Form H1010-R | Your Texas Works Benefits – Renewal Form | Incorporates 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 Instructions | SNAP Expedited Screening Sheet | Incorporates 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 Date | Bulletin No. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 11-04-25 | 25-19 | 1. Remove Interview Requirement for Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives (PDF) 2. SNAP Treatment of Application and Recertification Timeframes - START (PDF) |
| 10-24-25 | 25-18 | Allowing Limited Scope Policy Premiums as Incurred Medical Expenses (PDF) |
| 10-20-25 | 25-17 | Aligning Federal and State In-Kind Support and Maintenance Policies (PDF) |
| 08-01-25 | 25-14 | Transfer of Assets Divisor (PDF) |
| 02-14-25 | 25-03 | Asset Verification System and TIERS Updates (PDF) |
| 02-05-25 | 25-01 | Revised - 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
Archived Revision 25-1, Effective Jan. 1, 2025 (PDF)
Revisions
The following sections were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:
| Section | Title | Change |
|---|---|---|
| A-122.2 | Scheduling Appointments | Updates Languages. |
| A-820 | Regular Medicaid Coverage | Clarifies language for Emergency TOAs. Updates language. |
| A-823 | Lock-In Status | Updates language and contact information for the HHSC Lock-In Program. (Medical Programs) |
| A-825 | Medicaid Termination | Clarifies language for Emergency TOAs. Updates language. |
| A-1531.5 | Compliance Requirements | Clarifies requirements including good cause reasons. |
| A-1822.2 | Exempt Members Volunteering to Participate in E&T | Clarifies documentation requirements for household members exempt from E&T. (SNAP) |
| A-1890 | Documentation Requirements | Clarifies E&T documentation requirements. (SNAP) |
| A-2310 | Notice to Applicants | Adds note for updated policy change and related policy link. (Medical Programs) |
| A-2311 | General Information for Denials and Terminations | Creates a new section. Adds definitions for denials and terminations. (All Programs) |
| B-161 | DataMart Reports | Removes duplicate section. (All Programs) |
| B-341.1 | Procedures for Issuing Agency Replacements | Clarifies the difference in Agency Replacements and Unauthorized Use Replacements. (SNAP) |
| B-382 | Client Inquiries | Clarifies households disputing EBT transactions must contact the Lone Star Help Desk to request a second review. (TANF and SNAP) |
| B-382.2 | Balance Disputes | Clarifies how households can report a balance dispute. (TANF and SNAP) |
| B-412 | Student Eligibility Requirements | Makes minor edits for clarity. (SNAP) |
| B-443.2 | EBT Regional and Site Coordinator Responsibilities | Updates mailbox address and makes minor edits for clarity. (SNAP) |
| B-472 | Special Treatment for Households Meeting Categorical Eligibility Criteria | Updates language. |
| B-621 | What to Report | Clarifies SR 1 and SR 2 criteria. (SNAP) |
| C-840 | DataMart Reports | Removes outdated reference to staff resources. (All Programs) |
| C-841 | DataMart Reports | Removes references to outdated DataMart reports. Adds descriptions for existing DataMart report DF-012 (All Programs) |
| C-1052.4 | Access Control Systems | Updates section for safeguarding FTI to align with IRS findings. (All Programs) |
| D-110 | General Policy | Incorporates 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-1435 | Pregnancy Reports | Incorporates 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-1720.1 | Enrollment Packets | Removes references to expedited CHIP enrollment. Changes title to Enrollment Fees. |
Forms
The following forms were revised in the Texas Works Handbook:
| Form No. | Title | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Form H1072 Instructions | ABAWD Employment and Training Work Requirement Verification | Incorporates policy from MEPD and TW Bulletin 23-14, New ABAWD Age Criteria, released on Sept. 15, 2023. (SNAP) |
| Form H1073 and Instructions | Personal 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 Date | Bulletin No. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 07-31-24 | 24-09 | Face-to-Face Interview Informing |
| 07-01-24 | 24-06 | CHIP Perinatal (CHIP-P) and Emergency Medicaid During the Pregnancy and 12-Month Postpartum Period |
| 09-01-15 | 14-05 | Federally Required Eligibility Changes for Medicaid and CHIP (September 2015 Update) |