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Family Dynamics What defines a family-

Family Dynamics What defines a family-. Presented by: Nathan R. Basford, Jr. The Florida State University Tallahassee, Fl. OBJECTIVES. How does society look at the family How does the federal government look at the family How do states look at the family today

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Family Dynamics What defines a family-

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  1. Family DynamicsWhat defines a family- Presented by: Nathan R. Basford, Jr. The Florida State University Tallahassee, Fl.

  2. OBJECTIVES • How does society look at the family • How does the federal government look at the family • How do states look at the family today • How do we as financial aid professionals work with students and parents when talking about the modern family • What is ahead for 2014-15

  3. What defines a “family” today?

  4. Traditional • Single • Other

  5. The New Family

  6. How do states look at the family today? • Laws • Jurisdiction • Permits

  7. How does the Federal government look at the family today? • The Defense and marriage Act (DOMA) • The FAFSA • Supreme Court Decisions

  8. Financial Aid Professionals • Professional Judgment • Education • Awareness

  9. News You Can Use • FAFSA Updated to Accommodate Same-Sex Parentage • Applicants can accurately list their parentage • Will lead to progression throughout the entire financial aid system

  10. IRS Update • Treasury and IRS Announce that all Legal Same-Sex marriages will be recognized for federal tax purposes; Ruling provides certainty, benefits and protections under the Federal Tax Law for Same-Sex Married Couples • Revenue Ruling 2013-17 along with updated Frequently asked questions for same-sex couples and updated FAQs for registered domestic partners and individuals in civil unions are available on IRS.gov

  11. Questions? Contact Information: Nathan Basford nbasford@fsu.edu 850.644.2675

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