ARSD 67:10:05:08. Determination of initial month's benefits

The first month's assistance payment is prorated based on the date of application. The payment level is computed by subtracting the date of the application from 31, multiplying by the full month's benefit, and dividing the total by 30. Assistance units applying on the 31st of the month are considered to have applied on the 30th. For purposes of this rule, a month consists of 30 days.