ACT 264 (Ohio Works Now [OWN] Program)
Action Change Transmittal Letter No. 264
May 25, 2017
TO: All Cash Assistance Manual Holders
FROM: Cynthia C. Dungey, Director
SUBJECT: Ohio Works Now (OWN) Program

This action change transmittal establishes the monthly amount for the Ohio Works Now food assistance program set forth in Ohio Administrative Code rule 5101:1-2-50.

New Policy: The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has reinstated the Ohio Works Now benefit payable pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code Rule 5101:1-2-50.  Assistance groups determined eligible in accordance with the rule will receive $10 a month in additional food assistance benefits in May 2017.  The payment will be issued separately from the monthly food assistance benefits.

Action Required: No action is needed by county agencies.  Assistance groups will receive a monthly notice about their eligibility for Ohio Works Now. Case information about the benefit will be available in CRIS-E.