Section 31-8-4 - Qualification of counties for participation in program

In order for a county to qualify for assistance under the program, the governing authority of said county shall have certified that:(1) The county elects to participate in the program;(2) A local budget providing the funds required by the graduated matching formula has been approved;(3) A local administrative agency or officer has been appointed; and(4) A screening committee or agency has been appointed to make determinations and certifications relative to indigency of persons applying for assistance as provided for in this article.