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10-10-10 Rule. Failure to provide info~:lnation in 30 or 45 days would result in denial. e. Client statements would be permissible for all eligibility criteria except income, kinship (if doubtf-ul) and residence (through LL only). f. Reported changes given at time of review are effective at the time of review. No 10-day notice is required. (The changes outlined in number 4 above will be implemented except where inconsistent with Food Stamp or Medicaid Program Regulations). B. Changes in Eligibility Requirements: At the present time, we do not anticipate changing eligibility requirements or benefit levels. C. Waivers to Rules: Cabarrus County will request waivers to rules to remove impediments to the county's plan. IX. Emergency Assistance to Families: Emergency Assistance for FIr's 1998-2000 will be in the amount of $208,870. 00, using the November, 199 7 budget estimates. It will be used as follows: 1. There must be a minor child (define age) in the home who lives with a relative (define degree of relationship). The definition of age and kinship will be the same in the new EA Program as it was in the prior EA Prograttr 2. Assistance may not be provided for any medical care, regardless of whether the client is covered by medicaid. 3. Assistance must be provided only on a once a year basis so that the time clock is not triggered and the family is not subject to work requirements or considered in the work participation rate. 4. $300.00 maximum benefit per year/per family. 5. Family can receive once every three (3) years, except where the family's crisis situation has been brought about by documentable extenuating circumstances that are beyond the control of the family (e.g., a death, fire, loss of job ~om plant closing, etc.). 6. Family is required to receive budgetary counseling as a part of benefit. 7. All income will be counted in determining eligibility. 8. Eligibility will be based on 110% of the Poverty Level. 9. Program will begin 7/1/98, and last until money is exhausted. 10. Base period is actual income in month prior to application.