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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".07" citation="COMAR 07.05.02.07" title_num="07" subtitle_num="05" chapter_num="02" heading="Financial Stability of Certified Foster Parent.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>An applicant for foster parent certification shall document possession of sufficient income and financial stability to provide reasonable living conditions without depending on the agency's reimbursement for foster care services.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>If the applicant for foster parent certification has a financial problem, and is otherwise qualified to provide foster care, the agency may assist in stabilizing the foster parent's situation by:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Providing financial resources; or</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Referring the applicant to community or public agencies for financial resources.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>