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 01/01/2016.

Chapter 3000

5101:1-5-20 "Disability Financial Assistance: the Determination of a Disability."

The rule describes the determination of disability process. The Office of Family Assistance amended this rule. Minor language changes were made for clarity; and the forms required in the disability determination process were updated to reflect the new names and numbers from the Ohio Department of Medicaid. No substantive changes were made.