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Time Frames The individual must be given a minimum of 10 days advance notice before his/her case can be closed. The “Conditional Benefits Notice” must be completed and mailed at least 11 days prior to the effective date of the proposed case closure. The notice must state the effective date, the reason for the action, and cite the supporting manual reference. The effective date of the closure will be the first of the month following the expiration of the advance notice period. Advance Notice of Proposed Action The “Advance Notice of Proposed Action” is the Notice of Action (for AG) mailed out 10 days in advance to notify an individual that his/her renewal or change has been evaluated and that Eligibility continues but the grant amount will be reduced, The grant is being suspended, or Eligibility no longer exists. Time Frames The individual must be given a minimum of 10 days advance notice before an adverse action can be taken on the case. Exception: A 10-day advance notice period is not required when an individual requests case closure. The “Notice of Action (for AG)” form must be completed and mailed at least 10 days prior to the effective date of the proposed decrease or case closure. The notice must state the effective date, the reason for the action, and cite the supporting manual reference. The effective date of an adverse action will be the first of the month following the expiration of the advance notice period.