049-1 Wyo. Code R. § 1-6

Current through April 27, 2019

Section 1-6 - Applicant's and/or Recipient's Responsibilities

(a) An applicant and/or recipient shall provide a completed application that is legible, signed by all adults in the household, and dated. Photocopies of identification documents must be submitted with the application for verification purposes.

(b) An applicant and/or recipient shall cooperate with DFS to determine eligibility and shall provide:

• (i) Photocopies of the following documents:
  • (A) Fuel bill and/or fuel consumption information;
  • (B) Not less than one (1) form of identification for each household member;
  • (C) Proof of countable income;
  • (D) When claiming zero income, the applicant and/or recipient shall provide documentation of status with Department of Workforce Services (DWS) and proof of zero income from the ECS or a written statement explaining their situation. A written statement from the applicant's and/or recipient's physician shall document no income due to a temporary or total disability; and
  • (E) Proof of physical address.

• (ii) A signed and dated statement and identification (ID) authorizing a person to represent an applicant and/or recipient or other adults in the assistance unit, if applicable;

(c) Notice to the LIEAP office of any change in circumstances that may affect eligibility or benefit amounts, such as: address change, fuel supplier, fuel account number; and

(d) Written request for a fair hearing within ten (10) days of receipt of eligibility notification should the applicant and/or recipient choose to contest the determination.

049-1 Wyo. Code R. § 1-6