ARSD 67:47:01:06. Deadline for determining eligibility -- Beginning date of eligibility

The department shall determine eligibility for child care services within ten working days after receiving the completed application. If an application is received between the 1st and 15th of the current month, eligibility for assistance will begin on the 1st. If an application is received on or after the 16th of the current month, eligibility will begin on the 16th.