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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) |