Section 8. General

The application shall be submitted on a form designated by the HCA either electronically or in writing and shall be made under oath by an applicant or an applicant on behalf of a dependent child who resides in the home. The application must contain a statement of the age of the applicant or, dependent child, residence in New Mexico, all property in which the applicant has an interest, the income of the applicant or other benefit group members at the time the application is filed; the signature of the applicant, and other information required by the HCA. [8.106.110.8 NMAC - Rp 8.106.110.8 NMAC, 7/1/2024] 8.106.110.9 RIGHT TO APPLY A. An individual has the right to make a formal application for any cash, food or medical assistance program administered by the HCA, regardless of whether or not the individual appears to meet the conditions of eligibility. Any individual requesting information or assistance, or who wishes to apply for assistance, shall be encouraged to complete an application that same day. B. An individual shall be informed of the right to apply, whether or not it appears the individual will be found eligible. C. An individual shall be informed that the date of application affects the benefit amount for the first month of issuance. D. Availability of applications: The HCA shall provide the YES-New Mexico web portal to submit the application online or paper applications for general assistance to anyone requesting an application and to local agencies and organizations that have regular contact with the public. Requests, written, electronic or by phone, for 8.106.110 NMAC 2 an application for assistance shall be provided with a mailed paper application or the YES-New Mexico web portal address to submit an online application.