Any applicant/recipient dissatisfied with the Department’s action or failure to act has a right to request a hearing. He/she may do so when it is believed that:

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    (1) Opportunity to make application has been denied.
    (2) The application has been rejected.
    (3) The application has not been acted upon within a reasonable length of time.
    (4) The benefits have been modified or discontinued.
    (5) Reconsideration of the assistance/service benefits is refused or delayed.
    (6) Opportunity has not been given to make a choice of service.
    (7) Any other Department action or inaction relating to public assistance eligibility is incorrect.
Rulemaking Authority 409.285 FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 409.285. History-New 5-17-78, Formerly 10-2.44, 10-2.044, Amended 4-2-18.