Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee
Title 1240 - Human Services
Subtitle 1240-01 - Family Assistance Division
Chapter 1240-01-14 - Application Process
Section 1240-01-14-.03 - PROMPTNESS
Universal Citation: TN Comp Rules and Regs 1240-01-14-.03
Current through September 24, 2024
(1) Food Stamps Only. The HH/AG must be given an opportunity to participate no later than thirty (30) days after an application is filed. Expedited service shall be available to HH/AG in immediate need. Benefits must be provided retroactively to the month of application for HH/AG who have completed the application process and been determined eligible.
(2) AFDC Only. The standard of promptness for completing AFDC applications shall be 45 days from the date of application.
(a) Exceptions.
This standard will be adhered to in all instances except those over which the
agency has no control. Such instances are limited to:
1. Inability to secure an immediate or early
appointment with a physician for the purpose of obtaining a general physical
examination (when incapacity of a parent is claimed as the basis of the child's
deprivation).
2. Delay in
submitting medical information to the county office by the physician.
3. Failure of another agency to supply in a
timely manner requested information required to establish
eligibility.
4. Failure of the
applicant, or person acting for him, to furnish information that he has been
advised is required to establish eligibility.
(b) Reserved for Future Use.
Authority: T.C.A. § 14-8-106; 45 CFR 206.10.
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