Approval/Denial Procedures

After processing an application, the Department shall—

1. send a Notice of Decision; and

2. determine eligibility back to the date of application (Section 999-1) or the date the household takes the required action per the standards established in Section 222-6(3)(C).

A. If the household is eligible—

(1) The Department shall authorize benefits.

(2) The certification period is established per Sections 666-5 or 666-8.

B. If the household is ineligible, the Department shall send a notice explaining the reason(s) for denial.

NOTE: The annual eligibility review process is covered in Section 666-9.