1. A. When an overpaid assistance unit is currently receiving benefits, the Department shall permit the unit to choose 1 of the following repayment methods:

   1. 1. Offset against any underpayment due the unit;
   2. 2. Cash payments;
   3. 3. Reduction in current benefits, in an amount not to exceed 10% of the unit’s monthly payment, unless the unit desires a larger reduction;
   4. 4. A combination of the above methods.
2. B. If the repayment reduces the unit’s benefits to 0, the unit shall remain eligible for CA for all other purposes.
3. C. If the assistance unit is not receiving benefits, the Department shall pursue recovery by appropriate action under state law.

Historical Note

Adopted effective November 9, 1995 (Supp. 95-4). Amended effective July 31, 1997, under an exemption from the provisions of A.R.S. Title 41, Chapter 6 (Supp. 97-3).