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 rule has been subject to a review by the Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review (JCARR). The rule will become effective on 9/1/2015.

Chapter 2000

5101:1-3-14 "Ohio works first (OWF): penalties."

The rule describes Ohio Works First (OWF) penalties, how they affect OWF eligibility, and how they are to be applied to individuals and assistance groups. The Office of Family Assistance amended this rule. Changes to the rule include arranging the rule into question-and-answer format and other minor language changes for clarity. No substantive changes were made.