The following rules were reviewed in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code Section 119.032. Each state agency is required to review its rules a minimum of once every five years. The intent of the law is to ensure that 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 and local agencies will be given increased flexibility. The purpose of a rule review is to determine whether a rule should be continued without amendment, be amended, or be rescinded, taking into consideration each rule's scope and purpose.

Rules reviewed include the following: 5101:4-2-03, 5101:4-2-07, 5101:4-2-11, 5101:4-5-03, 5101:4-5-15, 5101:4-6-09, 5101:4-7-07

Background

The Code of Federal Regulations [CFR section 273.10(f)(1)] allows for 24- month certification periods to be assigned to households containing all elderly or disabled members. Such households may be certified for up to 24 months provided that the agency has at least one contact with the household every 12 months. The agency may use any method it chooses for this contact, such as telephone or contact letter. Effective August 1, 2005, any assistance group containing all elderly or disabled members must be certified for this 24-month period.

Implementation

These rules are proposed to be effective August 1, 2005. If no revisions are made to the proposed rules prior to the finalization by JCARR, they will become effective on a permanent basis on August 1, 2005. If changes are necessary, a copy of the revised rules will be forwarded to you at that time.

5101:4-2-03 - Food stamps: assistance group (AG) definition, non-AG members eligible to participate as separate AGs, non-AG members ineligible to participate as separate AGs, and ineligible AGs

This rule has been amended to correct acronyms and typographical errors.

5101:4-2-07 - Food stamps: interviewing assistance groups (AGs)

This rule has been amended to correct acronyms, typographical errors, and to strike reference to the JFS 07200 and CAF and replace it with application.

5101:4-2-11 - Food stamps: timeliness standard

This rule has been amended to correct acronyms and to include language allowing for 24- month certification periods for elderly and disabled assistance groups.

5101:4-5-03 - Food stamps: establishing certification periods

This rule has been amended to correct acronyms and to include language allowing for 24-month certification periods for elderly and disabled assistance groups.

5101:4-5-15 - Food stamps: uses for food stamp benefits

This rule has been amended to correct acronyms and typographical errors.

5101:4-6-09 - Food Stamps: expedited service

This rule has been amended to correct acronyms, typographical errors, and to include language allowing for 24-month certification periods for elderly and disabled assistance groups.

5101:4-7-07 - Food stamps: reapplication

This rule has been amended to correct acronyms, typographical errors, and to include language allowing for 24-month certification periods for elderly and disabled assistance groups.

Training and Technical Assistance

Training and technical assistance needs to implement these rules will be minimal. Clarification regarding these rules will be available to county staff by ODJFS through the Bureau of County Oversight and Support, Program Policy Services staff.

Fiscal Impact

There should be no negative fiscal impact for the county agencies to implement these rules. No additional staff will be needed. No additional supplies, equipment, or travel is involved.

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