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 11/01/2016.

Chapter 1000

5101:1-2-85 "Cash Assistance: New Hire Reporting Program (W-4)."

This rule describes the new hire reporting program and how the information is to be used by county agencies. The Office of Family Assistance (OFA) amended this rule to define "newly hired" pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 653a; remove "rehires" and add "contractors" to the type of employees for whom employers must provide information to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. No changes were made to the county agencies' responsibilities when a new hire alert is received.

Chapter 2000

5101:1-3-07 "Ohio Works First: Evidence of Age, Citizenship and Identity."

The rule describes the age, citizenship and identity verification requirements for the Ohio Works First program. OFA amended this rule for minor language changes to improve clarity. No substantive changes were made.

5101:1-3-09 "Ohio Works First: Social Security Number Requirement."

This rule describes the social security number requirement for the Ohio Works First program. OFA amended this rule for minor language changes to improve clarity. No substantive changes were made.