A. When an overpaid assistance unit is currently receiving benefits, the Department shall seek recovery using one or more of the following repayment methods:
- 1. Offset against any amounts underpaid to the assistance unit and due in the current month;
- 2. Cash payments;
- 3. Reduction in current benefits in an amount not to exceed 10% of the assistance unit’s monthly payment, unless the assistance unit desires a larger reduction; or
- 4. A combination of the above methods.
- B. If the assistance unit is not receiving benefits, the Department shall pursue recovery by appropriate action under state law.
Historical Note
New Section made by final rulemaking at 18 A.A.R. 1175, effective June 30, 2012 (Supp. 12-2).