(A) How is a sanction ended for Ohio works first (OWF) assistance groups with a self sufficiency contract failure and/or refusal that occurred prior to the effective date of this rule?

Individuals sanctioned due to a self sufficiency contract failure and/or refusal that occurred prior to the effective date of this rule must serve the minimum sanction period. The sanction shall be ended once the minimum sanction period has expired.

(B) How does an OWF assistance group sanctioned due to a self sufficiency contract failure and/or refusal that occurred prior to the effective date of this rule begin receiving OWF?

Once the sanction has been ended as set forth in paragraph (A) of this rule, the OWF assistance group must do the following:

(1)Reapply under section 5107.12 of the Revised Code and rule 5101:1-2-01 of the Administrative Code; and

(2) Enter into a new self sufficiency contract as set forth in rule 5101:1-3-11 of the Administrative Code.

(C) How does a failure or refusal cease for a sanctioned OWF assistance group with a self sufficiency contract failure and/or refusal that occurred on or after the effective date of this rule?

Individuals sanctioned due to a self sufficiency contract failure and/or refusal that occurred on or after the effective date of this rule must complete the compliance process as set forth in rule 5101:1-3-15 of the Administrative Code.