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● Certify applications within 10 working days after the application is complete and in Awaiting status.

● Certification Process:

○ Prioritize certifications oldest to newest using the tracking sheet.

○ Run status reports to manage workload.

○ Review applications and supporting documents in ECMS.

○ Notify workers of corrections; log notification dates in the tracking sheet.

○ Certify applications in the system when complete.

○ Update tracking logs with certification dates.

Eligible and Ineligible Household Members for OHEP BenefitsAn 'eligible household member' is a U.S. citizen or a qualified alien. Qualified aliens must be included as part of the household. A Social Security Number alone does not verify eligibility. LAAs must request additional documentation to determine OHEP eligibility, and proof must be maintained in the applicant's file.

Eligible Categories & Acceptable Documentation · - Lawfully admitted for permanent residence under the INA, 8 U.S.C. §§1101–1537 · • I-551 (Permanent Resident Card) · • Unexpired Temporary I-551 stamp in a foreign passport or on Form I-94 · - Admitted as a refugee under §207 of the INA, 8 U.S.C. §1157 · • I-94 with admission stamp under section 207 · • I-688B annotated '274a.12(a)(3)'

Updated May 2025