Section 210-RICR-30-00-5.10 - Reasonable ExplanationsA. When attestation and data sources are not reasonably compatible, the IES provides the applicant with prompts for resolving any identified discrepancies. The applicant is asked first to provide an explanation. Before an eligibility determination is made, the applicant will be afforded an opportunity to explain any discrepancies between their income attestation and the income source data.B. The following chart is a list of acceptable explanations when there is a discrepancy between an income attestation and data sources. If the applicant provides any one (1) of these explanations, eligibility will be based on their attestation and no further verification is required. The State has only implemented reasonable explanation options for income discrepancies. Reasonable Explanations for Discrepancy in Income |
Lost job | Fluctuating income |
Decrease in hours | Work on commissions |
Multiple employers | Income from capital gains |
Self-employed | Income from dividends |
Do not file taxes | Income from royalties |
Have not filed taxes yet | Seasonal worker |
Homeless | Divorce or marriage |
Victim of domestic violence | Death in family |
Victim of natural disaster | Victim of identity theft |
210 R.I. Code R. 210-RICR-30-00-5.10
Amended effective 8/25/2020
Amended effective 10/1/2024