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 rules; rescind the rules; or continue the rules 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 01/01/2017.

Chapter 2000

5101:1-3-12.3 "Work Experience Program."

The rule describes the work experience program for the Ohio Works First program. The Office of Family Assistance (OFA) amended this rule for minor language changes for clarity. No substantive changes were made.

5101:1-3-12.4 "On-The-Job Training."

This rule describes the on-the-job training program for the Ohio Works First program. OFA amended this rule for minor language changes for clarity. No substantive changes were made.

5101:1-3-12.8 "Providing Child Care Services to an Individual Who is Participating in a Community Service Program."

This rule describes providing child care services to an individual who is participating in a community service program for the Ohio Works First program. OFA amended this rule to update the definition of this work activity to align with federal statute and other minor language changes for clarity.

5101:1-3-16 "The Prevention, Retention, and Contingency Employer Subsidy."

This rule describes the prevention, retention and contingency employer subsidy program. OFA amended this rule for minor language changes for clarity. No substantive changes were made.