Maryland SB658 alters benefits management for children in custody by the Department of Human Services.

Maryland SB658 amends the management of benefits for children in the custody of the Department of Human Services. The bill mandates the Department to determine the child's eligibility for benefits, establish financial accounts, and conserve benefits to avoid federal asset limits. It also requires the Department to notify the child and their attorney of benefit applications and decisions, and to provide financial literacy training and information on benefit transitions.

Maryland SB658 alters benefits management for children in custody by the Department of Human Services.

Maryland SB658 amends the management of benefits for children in the custody of the Department of Human Services. The bill mandates the Department to determine the child's eligibility for benefits, establish financial accounts, and conserve benefits to avoid federal asset limits. It also requires the Department to notify the child and their attorney of benefit applications and decisions, and to provide financial literacy training and information on benefit transitions.