N.M. Admin. Code § 8.102.110.9

Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025

Section 8.102.110.9 - RIGHT TO APPLY

A. An individual has the right to make a formal application for any cash, food or medical assistance program administered by the HCA, regardless of whether the individual appears to meet the conditions of eligibility. Any individual requesting information or assistance, who wishes to apply for assistance, shall be encouraged to complete the application that same day. The individual shall be informed:

(1) of the right to apply, whether or not it appears the individual may be found eligible; and

(2) that the date of application affects the benefits.

B. Availability of applications: The HCA shall provide the YES- New Mexico web portal address to submit an application online or paper applications for cash assistance to anyone requesting an application, and to local agencies and organizations that have regular contact with the public. When the HCA receives a request for an application for assistance, the HCA will either mail or hand deliver a paper application, provide the web portal address for YES-New Mexico (for online applications), or provide both as indicated by the requestor.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.102.110.9

8.102.110.9 NMAC - Rp 8.102.110.9 NMAC, 7/1/2001; A, 11/15/2007; A, 7/1/2013, Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024