Notice of Increase

A Notice of Increase shall be sent to households when a change reported during the certification period results in an increase in the household's benefit level. The Notice of Increase shall include the following information: (A) For changes that result in increased benefits, the notice shall inform the household of the new monthly allotment and of the date the new monthly allotment becomes effective. The notice shall also inform the household of the date by which the change must be verified and the consequences of not verifying the change; and (B) The household's right to a fair hearing, the telephone number of the Department, and the name of the individual to contact for additional information.