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4. Sanctioned Other than Work Requirements Individuals are sanctioned due to: A. Failure to meet SSN requirements B. Failure to comply with child support requirements C. Failure to comply with school attendance requirements 5. Individual Sanction Imposed In TANF Case To impose an individual sanction, code the individual “DI WP” on CHIP screen SEPA. The ES Worker must determine the amount by which the TANF benefit has been reduced due to removal of the individual. The benefit amount prior to sanction minus new benefit amount = "RB" income. (Enter the "RB" code and amount on UNIN and reauthorize SNAP case.)

NOTE: When changes occur after an individual sanction has been imposed and "RB" income has been budgeted, the ES Worker must determine what the TANF benefit amount would be based on the reported change without the sanction to determine the benefit amount prior to sanction.

6. Disqualification Reasons Individuals are disqualified due to: A. Ineligible or questionable non-citizen/citizenship status

B. Fleeing felon status

C. Drug conviction status

D. Conviction for fraudulently misrepresenting residency or identity in order to receive benefits in more than one state or county 7. Action Taken on Disqualified or Sanctioned Individuals The disqualified or sanctioned member is not included when determining the BG's size.

NOTE: The resources, income and deductions for disqualified or sanctioned individuals may affect the TANF benefits.

8. Notification for Disqualification or Sanction If cash benefits are reduced/terminated, a timely notice must be issued which informs the BG:

A. Individual/family is being disqualified or sanctioned B. Reason for the disqualification or sanction C. Eligibility and benefit level of remaining BG members D. Actions the BG must take to end the sanction