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 7/1/2015.

Chapter 1000

5101:1-2-20 "Ohio works first, disability financial assistance, and refugee cash assistance: verification and reporting requirements."

The rule describes the procedures for county agencies to follow regarding Ohio Works First (OWF), Disability Financial Assistance (DFA), and Refugee Cash Assistance verification and reporting requirements. OFA amended this rule. Changes to the rule include replacing the term "CRISE" with "statewide automated eligibility system" and language was added to paragraph (I) to clarify interim reporting is required only for OWF and DFA assistance groups in receipt of food assistance. Other minor language changes were made for clarity but no substantive changes were made.