Pellman Ex Rel. Pellman v. Heim

OPINION

LOPEZ, Judge.

Mrs. Pellman appeals an adverse decision of the director of HSSD (Department of Health and Social Services) terminating AFDC benefits (Aid to Families with Dependent Children) for her daughter, Gina Pellman. Gina has been a recipient of AFDC assistance since her birth in 1967. Her parents are divorced and she is presently living with her mother.

The issue on appeal is whether the director’s decision is erroneous as not in accordance with law. Section 13-18-4(F)(3), N.M.S.A. 1953 (Repl.Vol. 3, Supp.1973). The hearing officer concluded that assistance to Gina should be…