In accordance with section 106.03 of the Ohio Revised Code (ORC), each state agency is required to review each of its rules in the Ohio Administrative Code a minimum of once every five years. The intent of the review is to ensure that Administrative Code rules are clearly written and that program requirements are accurate, up-to-date and clearly expressed. To the extent possible, unnecessary paperwork will be eliminated, local agencies will be given increased flexibility, and any adverse impact on businesses will be eliminated or reduced. As a result of the review, the agency may amend the rule; rescind the rule; or continue the rule without amendment.

The rules have been subject to a review by the Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review (JCARR). The rules will become effective on 08/01/2015.

Chapter 3000

5101:1-5-10 "Disability Financial Assistance: Nonfinancial Eligibility Requirements."

The rule describes nonfinancial eligibility requirements for the disability financial assistance program. OFA amended this rule for minor language changes to improve clarity.

5101:1-5-50 "Disability Financial Assistance: Payments."

The rule describes disability financial assistance payments. OFA amended this rule to put it into question-and-answer format and other minor language changes for clarity.