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Definitions.Rule 65C-44.001

Chapter 65C-44 · Guardianship Assistance Program · flrules.org · in effect since 2024-12-29

Rulemaking notices (2)
  • 2024-11-05 Notice of Proposed Rule · FAR Vol. 50/217 · Align rule language regarding the Guardianship Assistance Program with statute pursuant to Chapter Law 2024-177 and update language and form.
  • 2024-10-30 Notice of Rule Development · FAR Vol. 50/213 · Align rule language regarding the Guardianship Assistance Program with statute pursuant to Chapter Law 2024-177 and update language and form.

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(1) “Child” for purposes of this rule chapter means an individual who has not attained 18 years of age.

(2) “Extended Guardianship Assistance Agreement” means an agreeement that outlines the payment amount and services provided for a qualifying young adult.

(3) “Extended Guardianship Assistance Payment” means a monthly payment provided to a caregiver for the care and support of a qualifying young adult.

(4) “Guardianship Assistance Agreement” means an agreement that outlines the payment amount and services provided for a qualifying child.

(5) “Guardianship Assistance Payment” means a monthly payment provided to the caregiver for care and support of a qualifying child.

(6) “Successor Guardian” means an adult identified by the caregiver and approved by the Department who will assume care and responsibility for the child if the caregiver is no longer able to care for the child.

(7) “Young adult” as defined in section 39.6225, F.S.

Rulemaking authority. § 39.6225, Fla. Stat. Law implemented. § 39.6225, Fla. Stat.

History. New 7-23-19, Amended 12-29-24.