1. (1) To be eligible for assistance, a client must complete and sign an application for assistance.

2. (2)(a) An application is not complete until the applicant has provided complete and correct information and verification as requested by the Department so eligibility may be determined or re-established at the time of review at the end of the certification period.

   1. (b) The client must agree to provide correct and complete information to the Department at all times to remain eligible.
   2. (c) If requested, a client shall provide a release of information that allows the Department to obtain information from an otherwise protected source when the information requested is necessary to establish eligibility or compliance with a program requirement.

   3. (d) A client must provide information about each of the following.

      1. (i) Property or other assets owned by any individual included in the household unit.
      2. (ii) Insurance owned by any member of the immediate family.
      3. (iii) Income available to any individual included in the household unit.

      4. (iv) A verified SSN for each household member receiving assistance.

         1. (A) If any household member does not have an SSN, the client must provide proof that the number has been applied for.
         2. (B) If a client fails to provide an SSN without good cause, or if the application for an SSN is denied for a reason that would be disqualifying, assistance will not be provided for that household member.
         3. (I) Good cause means the client has made every effort to comply.
         4. (II) Good cause does not mean illness, lack of transportation, or temporary absence because the SSA makes provisions for mail-in applications in lieu of applying in person.
         5. (III) Good cause must be established each month for continued benefits.
      5. (v) The identity of any individual who is living in the household regardless of whether they are considered to be in the household assistance unit or not.
      6. (vi) Proof of relationship for each dependent child in the household, however proof of relationship is not needed for SNAP or child care.
3. (3) All clients, including those not required to participate in an employment plan, will be provided with information about applicable program opportunities and supportive services.

KEY: employment support procedures, hearing procedures, public assistance, SNAP

Date of Last Change: December 29, 2022

Notice of Continuation: August 14, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 35A-3-101 et seq.; 35A-3-301 et seq.; 35A-3-401 et seq.