(Revised 01/01/04 ML2893)
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When an authorized representative makes application or application for review on behalf of the household, the identity of the authorized representative and the applicant must be verified, if not previously verified.
The applicant, spouse or another responsible member of the household should prepare or review the application whenever possible.
A designated authorized representative may carry out household responsibilities during the review period as well as at application.
Examples:
- Reporting changes.
- Completing the work requirement forms.
- Providing verifications.
- Attending and completing the interview process.
The worker must inform the household and the authorized representative that the household will be held liable for any overissuance that results from erroneous information given by the authorized representative.
Exception:
Drug or alcohol treatment centers and the head of group living arrangements which act as authorized representative for their residents are liable for any overissuances. In addition, they may be prosecuted under applicable State and Federal statutes for intentionally misrepresenting household circumstances.
