If there is an active FNS case and it contains a compliant ABAWD who is working 20 hours each week, what is one piece of evidence NC FAST checks?

The correct choice is focused on the need to verify the status of an ABAWD (Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents) who is actively engaged in work. In North Carolina, when evaluating cases involving ABAWDs, documentation of their work engagement is crucial. This is because ABAWDs are typically subject to specific work requirements to remain eligible for certain benefits.

Paid/unpaid work or volunteer hours serve as definitive evidence to demonstrate that the individual is meeting the mandated work requirements. This evidence is necessary to ensure compliance with both federal and state guidelines regarding work engagement for ABAWDs. Tracking actual hours worked confirms that the individual is actively participating in the labor force, which is vital in assessing their case within the FNS (Food and Nutrition Services) framework.

Although self-reported income, employer verification letters, and previous pay stubs can contribute to understanding an individual’s overall financial situation, they do not directly prove the compliance status of the ABAWD’s work hours in the same manner that documentation of work or volunteer hours does.