Upon finalization of the adoption, itemized receipts, a copy of the final adoption papers from the court and this completed form must be submitted to the Director of Benefits for review, approval and reimbursement. Allow a minimum of 14 business days for processing.
Qualified Expenses are: Adoption agency and placement fees, attorneys’ fees/court costs, cost of temporary foster care for the child (during the adoption process), immunizations required for the adoption (during the adoption process and prior to the finalization of the adoption), and reasonable and necessary transportation and lodging directly associated with the adoption. It is intended that this Plan meet the criteria and conditions set forth in Section 137 of the Internal Revenue Code pertaining to adoption assistance programs.