Frequently Asked Questions: COVID-19 Response
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At this time- yes. We do know that some operations that conduct fingerprinting for FBI background checks have ceased operations and Child Care Licensing is continuing to monitor that.
Yes. Organizations are working to plan those trainings virtually.
Yes, at this time they are required. Some states are waiving these visits and moving them to virtual visits, but not in Texas. The federal government is allowing these visits to be virtual.
Yes, you are still required to maintain these ratios.
Yes, they will still be visiting campuses.
There is the potential court monitors will be visiting during this public health crisis.
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Currently it is permitted with caution. PEI asks that you follow public health guidance.
Yes, but know that it has to come out of your pre-existing budget. You can repurpose funds for this. Work with your contract manager to make those budget shifts.
You can document via email receipt.
Reach out to your PEI program officer for additional questions and contact TACFS staff if you need additional assistance.