23 Miss. Code. R. 102-6.19 - Minor Heads of Household - FCC Programs

A. There are instances in which it is permissible for a child to be the head of household.

1. Children living independently, including those in group homes, orphanages and other situations in which parents have relinquished or abandoned custody, often have individuals filing on their behalf, such as a social worker, administrator or foster parent.

2. However, it is also permissible for the child to file the application when he is capable of doing so.

B. In addition, a child living with parents can be the head of household, i.e., the person filing the application, under certain circumstances:

1. A married minor living with a spouse can file an application as head of household, independent of parents.

2. A pregnant pre-teen or teen can file an application as a pregnant woman, independent of parents.

3. A minor parent can file an application for his/her children as head of household. However, a minor parent must have his own eligibility determined with his parents.

Notes

23 Miss. Code. R. 102-6.19

Miss. Code Ann. § 43-13-121 (Rev. 2005)