Non-Financial Eligibility Criteria

Qualifying Activities - To be eligible for Pathways at application, an A/R must demonstrate that they are currently engaged in at least 80 hours per month of a qualifying activity or combination of activities. Qualifying activities include: Unsubsidized employment, including self-employment Subsidized private sector employment Subsidized public sector employment On-the-job training Job Readiness - Refer to Chart 2256.2 - Qualifying Activities for details Community Service - Refer to Chart 2256.2 - Qualifying Activities for details Vocational educational training Enrollment in an institution of higher education Enrollment and active engagement in the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) Vocational Rehabilitation program Compliance with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD) program through completion of a work activity. Parent and Legal Guardian of a Child under Six Years of Age

Maintaining Eligibility – To remain eligible for Medicaid coverage through Pathways, an A/R must report their hours at annual renewal and within 10 days of a change in hours, Qualifying Activity type or both. Reporting of hours will include an A/R’s self- attestation of activity hours, accompanied by supporting documentation for verification. If an A/R fails to report and verify their hours at renewal or from a reported change in QA hours or activity, they will be terminated from the program unless they have a Good Cause Exception.

For more information regarding reporting requirements - Refer to Section 2256 - Pathways Qualifying Activities Reporting .