Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1240-01-12-.08

Current through October 22, 2024

Section 1240-01-12-.08 - COMPLAINT PROCEDURE FOR PROGRAM MATTERS

(1) Federal Level Responsibility (Food Stamps). Persons or agencies desiring program information or wishing to file a complaint may contact the FNS Regional Office.

(2) State Level Responsibility - Food Stamps/AFDC.

(a) Formal Complaints. The Tennessee Department of Human Services will provide a fair hearing to any person or household aggrieved by any action which affects their eligibility, level of benefit, or participation in the Family Assistance Program.

(b) Informal Complaints - AFDC. Persons or agencies desiring program information or wishing to file a complaint may contact any or all of the following:

1. Director of the local county office of the Tennessee Department of Human Services;

2. Director, Financial Assistance Policy; or

3. Commissioner.

Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1240-01-12-.08

Originally filed August 15, 1980; effective September 29, 1980. Amendment filed December 10, 1981; effective January, 25, 1982.

Authority: T.C.A. § 14-27-104; 45 CFR 272.1; PL 97-35.