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BAM 110 9 of 28 APPLICATION FILING AND REGISTRATION BPB 2025-003 1-1-2025
BRIDGES ADMINISTRATIVE MANUAL STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
When the case is already active for program benefits and additional application(s) are received, the specialist must review the applica- tion for changes in circumstances. Additionally, the specialist must either complete a redetermination or deny the programs requested since they are already active. SDA Only Do not process an SDA application as interim assistance for a client with an application pending for FIP. FAP and CDC The local or district office must screen applications to identify those requiring expedited service at the time the household requests assistance. Information to identify those cases is provided on the assistance application. FAP Only SSI applicants and recipients may apply for FAP benefits at the Social Security Administration district office; see BAM 116 SSI/FAP Joint Application Processing. The local office must register the application upon receipt, using the procedures in BAM 116. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES All Programs An authorized representative (AR) is a person who applies for assistance on behalf of the client and/or otherwise acts on their behalf (for example, to obtain FAP benefits for the group). Note: An AR is not the same as an Authorized Hearings Representative (AHR); see the Bridges Policy Glossary (BPG) for hearings policy definition. When no one in the group is able to make application for program benefits, any group member capable of understanding AR responsibilities may designate the AR. The AR assumes all the responsibilities of a client; see BAM 105. AR’s must give their name, address, and title or relationship to the client. To establish the client’s eligibility, they must be familiar enough with the circumstances to complete the application, answer interview questions, and collect needed verifications.