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FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES CERTIFICATION APPLICATIONS FNS 405 APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITIES

2 FNS 405 Change #09-2021 August 9, 2021 Example: A household must refuse to be interviewed or refuse to provide verification in order to be denied for refusal to cooperate. Failure to appear for an interview or failure to provide verification is not refusal to cooperate. 2. If there is any question as to whether the household has failed to cooperate versus refused to cooperate, do not deny the application. 3. Deny an application if the household refuses to cooperate in any subsequent review of its eligibility, including reviews generated by reported changes, recertifications, or as part of a quality control review. Once denied or terminated for refusal to cooperate, the household may reapply but cannot be determined eligible until it cooperates. Refer to Section 212 Household Composition Special Arrangements for instructions regarding QC reviews 405.04

APPLICANT RIGHT TO WITHDRAW AN APPLICATION A. A household may voluntarily withdraw its application at any time prior to the determination of eligibility. B. It is not necessary for the withdrawal to be in writing. C. Document the reason for withdrawal if the household has given a reason and that contact was made with the household to confirm the withdrawal. D. Advise the household of its right to reapply at any time following the withdrawal.