Section 9. Death Of Client

A. Payment: Payment may be made on behalf of a client who died before an EBT withdrawal was made, if the client was alive on the first day of the month for which cash assistance benefits were issued, and all eligibility conditions were met at the time of death. The person authorized to use the deceased recipient’s benefits is the surviving spouse, next of kin, or a person with responsibility for the deceased recipient's affairs. B. Withdrawing EBT benefits: When payment is made in accordance with these procedures, the county office shall not restrict or dictate the use of the money paid.