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 based on regulations from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) 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.

This rule has been reviewed by the Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review (JCARR) and will be effective on 11/1/2021.

Chapter 6000

5101:4-6-13 "Food assistance: Determining Eligibility of Assistance Groups with Ineligible Members."

This rule describes the process of how to determine income and resources of an assistance group containing an ineligible member. Changes to the rule include:  

• The introduction paragraph was amended to include all individuals listed in paragraph (A); and
• Minor language changes for clarity.