WAC 388-450-0070. When do we count a child's income?

(1) For food assistance, we do not count a child's earned income if the child is: (a) In school; (b) Age 17 or younger; (c) Not married; and (d) Living with a natural parent, adoptive parent, or stepparent or is under the parental control of a household member other than a parent. (2) For cash assistance, we do not count a child's earnings if the child: (a) Is in school and meets the age and attendance requirements in WAC 388-404-0005 ; or (b) Has their income placed in a irrevocable trust for future educational needs for that child, up to $4,000. (3) School includes: (a) Participating in a home-school program that is approved by the superintendent of public instruction; or (b) On break between school terms when the child: (i) Was enrolled during the previous school term; and (ii) Plans to return to school when it reopens.