Public Notices
Notice of Intended Action by the Board of the Georgia Department of Human Services Regarding a Salary Adjustment for Candice L. Broce, Commissioner of the Department of Human Services
To All Interested Persons and Parties:
In accordance with Article V, Section 5 of the bylaws of the Board of the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), the Board is required to periodically review the salary of the DHS Commissioner and adjust her salary as it may deem necessary. In accordance with Department bylaws and O.C.G.A. Section 45-7-7, the Board is required to provide public notice of its proposed action to adjust the Commissioner’s salary at least 30 days prior to the date that the Board considers such action.
The Board of DHS proposes to adjust the salary of Candice L. Broce, Commissioner of DHS, by a 5% increase to the current salary to become effective July 31, 2024. The Board is expected to consider such action at its board meeting scheduled for July 23, 2024.
This notice is being mailed to all persons who have requested, in writing, that they be placed on a mailing list. A copy of this notice may be reviewed during normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except official State holidays, at the following address:
Georgia Department of Human Services
47 Trinity Avenue S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30334
This notice will also be available for review at dhs.georgia.gov.
It is the intent of the Board of the DHS that the proposed action be considered for final approval by the Board at its virtual meeting scheduled July 23, 2024. Up-to-date meeting schedule information will be posted at dhs.georgia.gov.
Additional Information:
Interested persons may contact Emma McCullough at [email protected] or submit a written request to obtain a copy of the notice. A copy of this notice may also be downloaded from dhs.georgia.gov.
This notice is provided in compliance with the provisions of O.C.G.A. Sec. 45-7-7.
DFCS State Plan for Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 | 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Virtual
The Georgia Department of Human Services' Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) will hold a virtual public hearing in June. The purpose of this upcoming meeting is to formally review the FY 2025 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) State Plan.
The CSBG program supports activities that help eligible low-income Georgians to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty in communities. A range of services are made available to assist participants with obtaining education, training, employment, transportation, proper nutrition, housing and referrals to partnering agencies.
The plan outlines eligibility requirements and activities to be implemented for the targeted population. Copies of the draft plan are available for review on the DFCS website, and the local Community Action Agencies throughout the State.
Comments regarding the plan can be sent to:
The Division of Family and Children Services, Office of Family Independence, Community Services Block Grant Unit, at 47 Trinity Avenue, SW, Atlanta, GA 30334. All input must be received by July 26, 2024. Those who are unable to attend the virtual hearing but wish to make oral comments on the plan may call the CSBG Program at 404-657-3426.
Documents for review: FY2025 Draft CSBG State Plan
DFCS State Plan for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Virtual
The Georgia Department of Human Services' Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) will hold a virtual public hearing in June. The purpose of this upcoming meeting is to formally review the FY 2025 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) State Plan.
Funded by the federal government and administered by DFCS, the Energy Assistance Program helps low-income Georgians with home heating costs, weatherization, and other home energy needs.
The plan outlines eligibility requirements and benefit payment schedules for the distribution of client benefits. Copies of the draft plan are available for review on the DFCS website, and the local Community Action Agencies throughout the State.
Comments regarding the plan can be sent to:
The Division of Family and Children Services, Office of Family Independence, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Unit, at 47 Trinity Avenue, SW, Atlanta, GA 30334. All input must be received by July 26, 2024. Those who are unable to attend the virtual hearing but wish to make oral comments on the plan may call the LIHEAP Program at 404-657-3426.
Documents for review: FY2025 Draft LIHEAP State Plan
Public Hearing Regarding Senior Community Service Employment Program State Plan
April 24, 2024 | 9-11 a.m.
135 Hoyt Street
Athens, GA 30601
United States
Notice of intended action of submission of 4-year Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) State Plan to the U.S. Department of Labor for approval. SCSEP is Title V of the Older Americans Act and provides subsidized job training opportunities for older persons seeking to enter or re-enter the workforce..
Public Comment Time Period: April 15, 2024 through May 15, 2024.
Public Comments can be submitted as listed in the attached Notice.
Public Hearing: A public hearing will be held on April 24, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street, Athens, GA 30601
Please send completed public comments to Allison Bernal at [email protected].
Georgia SCSEP State plan 2024-2027 Final Draft for Public Comment
Public Comment Form - Georgia SCSEP State Plan 2024-2027
Public Hearing Regarding Proposed Rule
March 22, 2024 | 10 a.m.
47 Trinity Avenue, SW
Room G-07 A/B
Atlanta, GA 30334
Notice of Intended Action and Public Hearing Regarding Proposed Amendments to Chapter 290-7, Office of Child Support Services, Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. Rule 290-7-1-.12, entitled License Revocation or Suspensions, of the Rules of the Georgia Department of Human Services.
Public Comment Time Period: March 1, 2024 through March 30, 2024.
Public Hearing: A public hearing will be held on March 22, 2024 at 10 a.m. at 47 Trinity Avenue SW, Room G-07A/B, Atlanta, Georgia 30334.
Rule
Change - Rule Chapter 290-7 - Public Notice
Rule
Change - Rule Chapter 290-7 - Synopsis and Markup
DFCS State Plan for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 | 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Virtual
Comments regarding the plan can be emailed to [email protected] or sent to:
Division of Family & Children Services, Office of Family Independence
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Unit
47 Trinity Avenue, SW
Atlanta, GA 30334
All input must be received by July 27, 2023. Those who are unable to attend the virtual hearing but wish to make oral comments on the plan may call the LIHEAP Program at 404-657-3426 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Please leave a message if you call outside of business hours.
Documents for review:
FY
2024 Draft LIHEAP State Plan
DFCS State Plan for Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Meeting Location: Virtual
Comments regarding the plan can be emailed to [email protected] or sent to:
Division of Family & Children Services, Office of Family Independence
Community Services Block Grant Unit
47 Trinity Avenue, SW
Atlanta, GA 30334
All input must be received by July 27, 2023. Those who are unable to attend the virtual hearing but wish to make oral comments on the plan may call the CSBG Program at 404-657-3426 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Please leave a message if you call outside of business hours.
Documents for review:
Georgia TANF State Plan Renewal 2023
The Georgia Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) has posted the TANF State Plan Renewal 2023 for public viewing.
Georgia is offering the public the opportunity to send comments on the TANF State Plan Renewal 2023 via email at [email protected]. The comment period ends on December 15, 2022.
To access the report, please click here:
DFCS TANF Caseload Reduction Credit (CRC) Report
The Georgia Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) has posted the TANF Caseload Reduction Credit (CRC) Report (ACF 202) for public viewing. The ACF Form 202 is required by states that are reporting caseload reduction information for fiscal year 2023.
Georgia is offering the public the opportunity to comment on the estimates and methodologies used to complete the caseload reduction credit report via email to [email protected]. The comment period ends on December 15, 2022.
To access the report, please click here:
DFCS State Plan for Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
Wednesday, June 29, 2022 | 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Virtual
Comments regarding the plan can be emailed to [email protected] or sent to:
Division of Family & Children Services, Office of Family Independence
Community Services Block Grant Unit
2 Peachtree Street NW, Suite 21-276
Atlanta, GA 30303
All input must be received by July 31, 2022. Those who are unable to attend the virtual hearing but wish to make oral comments on the plan may call the CSBG Program at 404-657-3426 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Please leave a message if you call outside of business hours.
Documents for review:
DFCS State Plan for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Wednesday, June 29, 2022 | 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Virtual
Comments regarding the plan can be emailed to [email protected] or sent to:
Division of Family & Children Services, Office of Family Independence
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Unit
2 Peachtree Street, NW, Suite 21-276
Atlanta, GA 30303
All input must be received by July 31, 2022. Those who are unable to attend the virtual hearing but wish to make oral comments on the plan may call the LIHEAP Program at 404-657-3426 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Please leave a message if you call outside of business hours.
Documents for review:
Draft
Detailed Model LHEAP State Plan FY2023