(a) The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) administers the TANF Program in Texas under guidance from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.(1) HHSC:(A) develops the state plan, policies, and procedures;(B) certifies eligible children and families for benefits and services; and(C) provides the benefits and services.(2) The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services:(A) approves the state plan;(B) provides funding, guidance, and regulations; and(C) monitors the operation of the program.(b) HHSC administers SNAP in Texas, under guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service.(1) HHSC:(A) develops the state plan;(B) certifies eligible individuals and groups for benefits; and(C) provides the benefits.(2) The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service:(A) approves the state plan;(B) provides guidance and regulations;(C) monitors the operation of the program; and(D) authorizes and manages food retailers.