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Eligibility Factor Self-Attestation Accepted without Additional Verification (Y/N) Self-Attestation Accepted with Post-Eligibility Verification (Y/N) Electronic Data Source Used (Y/N) Reasonable Compatibility Standard Used Specify Reasonable Compatibility Standard for Income Ask for a Reasonable Explanation from the Individual (Y/N) Paper Documentation Required from the Individual (Y/N) Comments Age (Date of Birth) YES NO YES N/A N/A YES YES Accept self-attestation unless individual is in the SNAP/TANF files and information within the integrated system (SNAP and TANF) conflicts with application. Reasonable explanation is then requested. For example, if a discrepancy such as a P.O. Box or hospital address is found, then they will use an EDS to investigate further. Electronic data sources may include SSA, SNAP, and/or TANF. If the information that comes back is still questionable, then they will ask for a reasonable explanation or paper documentation. For all other individuals, self-attestation is accepted. Social Security Number ** NO NO YES N/A N/A N/A YES SSA match via Data Services Hub. The agency will not deny or delay services pending issuance or verification of the individual's SSN by SSA or because the individual is not required to obtain a SSN because of ineligibility, eligibility only for non-work reasons or religious objection. Follow-up with applicant if a discrepancy is found. If not resolved through follow-up, paper documentation will be required. Other data sources that may be used at application include SNAP and/or TANF if the SSN on record for those programs has been verified with SSA. MAGI-BASED ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION PLAN SECTION A - Verification Procedures for Factors of Eligibility 2