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Date of Last Review: 11/30/2023 Effective Date: 07/15/2021 Date of Next Review: 11/30/2026 RDA: SW22 Page 1 of 4 SNAP Appeals and Fair Hearings Policy 24.23 Effective: July 15, 2021 Introduction The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) shall provide a fair hearing to any person or household aggrieved by any administrative action which affects their eligibility, level of benefit, or participation in the SNAP program in reference to a formal complaint. Scope This policy was developed to outline the guidelines for when an individual or a household submits a formal complaint or requests a fair hearing due to actions taken by TDHS. Policy Appeals and Fair Hearings 1. TDHS must provide a fair hearing to any individual who disagrees with any administrative decision, action, or proposed action affecting an individual’s participation. 2. All applicants of or recipient of services shall be informed, in writing, at the time of application and prior to any adverse action: a. the right to a fair hearing; b. the method for requesting a hearing and that the case may be presented by the individual; and c. legal counsel or an authorized representative. 3. A request for a hearing is any clear expression, oral or in writing, by an applicant/recipient or authorized representative that they disagree with the actions, decisions or requirements imposed.