N.J. Admin. Code § 10:167D-3.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 10:167D-3.2 - Authorized agent

(a)In those instances where the applicant is incompetent or incapable of filing an eligibility application on his or her own behalf, the Department shall recognize any of the following persons listed in order of priority, as an authorized agent for the purpose of initiating such application:

1. Power of attorney;

2. A close relative by blood or marriage; such as parent, spouse, son, daughter, brother or sister;

3. A representative payee designated by the Social Security Administration;

4. A staff member of a public or private social service agency, of which the person is a client, who has been designated by the client to so act;

5. A friend.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10:167D-3.2

Amended by, 49 N.J.R. 3220(a), effective 9/18/2017.