FATL 364 (Five-Year Rule Reviews: Initial Applications, Initial Interview, and Lost Benefits)
Food Assistance Transmittal Letter No. 364
July 13, 2016
TO: All Food Assistance Manual Holders
FROM: Cynthia C. Dungey, Director
SUBJECT: Five-Year Rule Reviews: Initial Applications, Initial Interview, and Lost Benefits.

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 08/01/2016.

Chapter 2000

5101:4-2-01,"Food Assistance: Initial Application Process"

The rule describes the requirements for an initial food assistance application. The Office of Family Assistance (OFA) amended this rule. Changes to the rule include:

  • Minor language changes for clarity;
  • The term "CRIS-E" was replaced with "statewide automated eligibility system"; and
  • The time frames associated to complying with quality control reviews has been updated to align with the Code of Federal Regulations.

5101:4-2-07,"Food Assistance: Initial Interview Process"

The rule describes the process and requirements of an initial food assistance interview. OFA amended this rule. Changes to the rule include:

  • Minor language changes for clarity; and
  • The term "CRIS-E" was replaced with "statewide automated eligibility system."

No substantive changes have been made.

Chapter 8000

5101:4-8-03,"Food Assistance: Restoration and Entitlement of Lost Benefits"

The rule describes the requirements for restoration and entitlement of lost food assistance benefits. OFA amended this rule. Changes to the rule include:

  • Minor language changes for clarity; and
  • The term "CRIS-E" was replaced with "statewide automated eligibility system."

No substantive changes have been made.