1. A. The Department shall create an adoption subsidy agreement that lists the scope and nature of the subsidies provided, including:

   1. 1. The child’s documented pre-existing special needs condition,
   2. 2. The types of subsidy approved,
   3. 3. The amount or rates as applicable to the types of subsidy approved, and
   4. 4. The specific terms and conditions of the agreement.

2. B. The adoption subsidy agreement shall become effective if the following occurs prior to the finalization of the adoption:

   1. 1. The adoptive parent signs the agreement and returns it to the Department Adoption Subsidy Program, and
   2. 2. The Adoption Subsidy Supervisor or designee signs the agreement.

Historical Note

New Section made by final exempt rulemaking at 21 A.A.R. 3255, effective January 24, 2016 (Supp. 15-4).