WKU News

Displaying Articles for News: T/TAS News and Updates, Category: Fiscal

Supreme Court Ruling Has Potential Impact on Head Start Programs

Jan 29th, 2020

A United States Supreme Court ruling on Monday, January 27, 2020 clears the way for the current federal administration to implement an expanded definition of "public charge" under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Poverty Guidelines for 2020 Released

Jan 21st, 2020

The 2020 Department of Health and Human Services Poverty Guidelines have been released.

South Carolina Approves Medicaid Work Requirements

Dec 17th, 2019

South Carolina is set to become the first state to apply a Medicaid work requirement to the parents of minor children with incomes under 100% of the federal poverty level. Other states are also considering similar legislation.

FY2020 Head Start Monitoring Protocols Available

Oct 23rd, 2019

The Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 Head Start Monitoring Protocols have been made available by the Office of Head Start (OHS) at their website. These protocols are used by OHS to gather data and other information to assess grantee program operation & performance.

Issues of Eligibility Fraud Uncovered in Investigation

Oct 15th, 2019

A report published by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) in September shows instances of fraud in the Head Start eligibility process, as revealed in an undercover investigation.

National Head Start Association Rallies on Capitol Hill

Sep 26th, 2019

The National Head Start Association sponsored a Hill Rally Wednesday, Sept 25, 2019 as a visual show for Congress to understand, value, and invest in Head Start.

Proposed Changes Announced by Office of Head Start

Aug 13th, 2019

On Tuesday, August 13, 2019, the Office of Head Start (OHS) made available the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that proposes two changes under the Designation Renewal System (DRS).

Comment Period Open for Public Notice affecting Head Start

Jul 2nd, 2019

On Thursday, June 27, 2019, The Office of Head Start made available the following Notice seeking Request for Public Comment:

2019 HHS Poverty Guidelines

Apr 16th, 2019

Sharing a link to the updated HHS Poverty Guidelines for 2019.

USDA Approves Disaster Food Benefits for Nebraska Disaster Areas

Mar 28th, 2019

Low-income Nebraskans recovering from recent flooding could be eligible for food benefits through the Disaster SNAP program approved today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Input Requested on Office of Head Start Proposal

Mar 26th, 2019

Office of Head Start puts out a notice of proposed rule to remove requirements for 100% of Head Start preschool center-based children be served for 1020 hours per year.

WKU T/TAS Reacts to the Death of The Father of Head Start, Dr. Edward Zigler

Feb 8th, 2019

Edward F. Zigler, widely regarded as the "Father of Head Start," died in his sleep on Thursday, February 8, 2019 at his home in North Haven, CT. Dr. Zigler was 88 years old. WKU T/TAS Executive Director J. Christopher Watkins reflects on his legacy.

Federal Nutrition Programs to remain funded through February

Jan 9th, 2019

The USDA has announced the nearly 40 million Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants will continue receiving their benefits in February if the current federal government shutdown continues.

Partial Government Shutdown & Federal Grants

Jan 3rd, 2019

According to governing.com "A number of discretionary programs are continuing operations during the government shutdown because of previously passed measures that cover a full year of funding.