is available (see section 1902(a)(10)(C)(iv) of the Social Security Act). ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: State and local welfare agencies must operate under an HHS-approved Medicaid State Plan and comply with all Federal regulations governing aid and medical assistance to the needy. Beneficiary Eligibility: Low-income persons who are over age 65, blind or disabled, members of families with dependent children, low- income children and pregnant women, certain Medicare beneficiaries and, in many States, medically-needy individuals may apply to a State or local welfare agency for medical assistance. Eligibility is determined by the State in accordance with Federal regulations. Credentials/Documentation: Federal funds must go to a 314 designated State Medicaid Agency. Individuals must meet State requirements. Administrative costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87, "Cost Principles for State and Local Governments." APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: The standard application forms, as furnished by HHS and required by OMB Circular No. A-102, "Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants-in-Aid to State and Local Governments," must be used for this program. States should contact the HHS Regional Office for application information. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog for agency Regional Office addresses.) This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
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