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 08/01/2015.

Chapter 2000

5101:1-3-04 "Ohio Works First: Temporary Absence."

The rule describes the temporary absence requirements for the Ohio Works First program. OFA amended this rule for minor language changes to improve clarity.

5101:1-3-04.1 "Ohio Works First: Shared Parenting (Joint Custody)."

The rule describes the shared parenting provisions for the Ohio Works First program. OFA amended this rule for minor language changes to improve clarity and to replace the term "CRIS-E" with "statewide automated eligibility system".