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 these rules; rescind these rules; or continue these rules without amendment.

These rules have been subject to a review by the Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review (JCARR). The rules will become effective on 10/01/2017.

Chapter 2000

5101:1-23-01 "Ohio Works First: Time-Limited Receipt of Assistance."

This rule describes the Ohio Works First (OWF) time limit restrictions, as well as the good cause and hardship criteria for continuation of OWF beyond the time limit. The Office of Family Assistance (OFA) amended this rule with the following changes: for minor language changes to improve clarity. No substantive changes were made.

5101:1-23-01.1 "Ohio Works First: Calculation of the Twenty Percent Limits for State and Federal Hardship Extensions."

This rule describes the twenty percent limitation on federal and state hardships, how the twenty percent is calculated, and exemptions from the limitation. OFA amended this rule for minor language changes to improve clarity. No substantive changes were made.