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Changes in BG composition: parent returns to home, marriage of payee, BG moves into another household Document the date the change occurred/is reported. Verify and document the reported change. Update CHIP. Send appropriate notice and initiate recoupment, if appropriate. Address change Verify and document new address and BG composition. Update CHIP and send appropriate notice. Approval for SSI Verify SSI approval. Update CHIP to remove the SSI recipient from the BG and send appropriate notice. Moving out of state Determine if recipient is visiting or has abandoned residency. If recipient has abandoned residence: Update CHIP. Notify recipient of proposed closure and the ability to apply in the new state. If contacted by the new state, inform them of the date of closure. If recipient is visiting (See 3.7) Closing the case Verify closure reason. Obtain statement from recipient if he/she requested closure. Update CHIP. Send appropriate notice. Initiate recoupment, if appropriate.

3. Definition/Mass Changes Changes initiated by the state or federal government, which may affect the entire caseload or significant portions of the caseload, are defined as mass changes.

Mass changes that may affect the TANF Program include, but are not limited to: A. Adjustments to net income eligibility standards B. Adjustments to income deductions C. Annual adjustments to SSA D. Periodic adjustments to TANF payments E. Other changes in the eligibility criteria based on legislative or regulatory actions

4. Verification at Redetermination Elements of eligibility that have changed, as well as all questionable information, must be verified at redetermination. ES Worker must verify all information on IEVS. Accurate codes for Work Program requirements must be determined and re-entered. The ES Worker must also request proof of age-appropriate immunizations if not previously provided.

9.8 Notification Requirements The ES Worker is required to notify recipients in writing when there is: