R6-12-210. Six-month Review

A. The Department shall complete a review of all eligibility factors for each assistance unit at least once every six months, beginning with the sixth month following the first month of CA eligibility. B. At least 30 days prior to the six-month review date, the Department shall mail the recipient a notice advising of the need for a review. In response to such notice, the recipient shall file a request for a six-month review and interview by the date specified on the notice. C. The Department shall schedule and conduct a review interview in the same manner as an initial interview. D. When the recipient misses a scheduled appointment for a six-month review interview, the Department shall schedule a second interview if the recipient so requests within 10 days of the missed appointment. E. The Department shall terminate benefits when the recipient fails to request a second appointment as prescribed in subsection (D), or when the recipient misses a second scheduled appointment without good cause. Good cause shall include the following circumstances: 1. Lack of transportation on the day of the appointment, 2. Illness, or 3. Serious injury or accident involving an assistance unit member. F. The Department shall verify the income of the needy family and the assistance unit’s resources and income and any eligibility factors that have changed or are subject to change. The Department may verify other factors if Department experience suggests the need for additional verification.