Section 388-27-0185. When does the adoption support agreement become effective?

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(1) Unless otherwise stated in the adoption support agreement, an adoption support agreement takes effect on the first day of the month following the month in which the court finalizes the adoption.

(2) If the child to be adopted needs support benefits prior to finalization, the assigned regional adoption support program manager may arrange an early effective date. To be eligible for an early effective date, the applicant must:

(a) Have an adoption support agreement signed by all parties;

(b) Sign the child's medical and family background report (DSHS 13-041) and a statement of the applicant's intention to adopt; and

(c) Have the department's designee sign "an exception to policy" statement.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 74.13.031. WSR 01-08-045, § 388-27-0185, filed 3/30/01, effective 4/30/01.]

RCW 74.13.031. WSR 01-08-045, § 388-27-0185, filed 3/30/01, effective 4/30/01.

                    
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