What does AFDC mean in LAW & LEGAL

AFDC stands for Aid to Families with Dependent Children, which is a welfare program established in the Social Security Act of 1935 that provides cash assistance and social services to economically disadvantaged families with dependent children.

To be eligible for AFDC, families must have at least one child under 18 years old and meet certain income and resource requirements. Additionally, they must be U.S. citizens or legal immigrants who have been living in this country for at least five years.

The amount of money you receive from AFDC depends on your family size and income level; however, it will not exceed a certain limit set by your state's policies. Generally, most states provide at least 0 per month for a family of three.

Yes, there is an application process that must be completed before receiving any funds from the AFDC program. The application usually requires financial information such as income information and tax return documents in order to determine eligibility.

Although the original AFDC law was passed in 1935, it was significantly altered during the 1996 Welfare Reform by President Clinton and eventually phased out completely beginning in 1997. However, some remnants of its provisions are still available today through other forms of public assistance programs like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).