SECTION 370.30. Applicant Rights and Responsibilities

(a) An Applicant has the right to:

(1) be treated fairly and equally regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, political beliefs, or disability;

(2) request a review of an action; and

(3) file a complaint with HHSC or its designee within 30 working days from the date of an incident.

(b) An Applicant is responsible for:

(1) correctly and truthfully completing the Application regardless of where the Application was obtained;

(2) submitting the completed, signed Application; and

(3) providing all required verifications.

(c) If an Applicant intentionally misrepresents information on an Application to receive a program benefit, HHSC may terminate eligibility. The Applicant:

(1) is responsible for reimbursing the State for the cost of improperly paid benefits; and

(2) may be subject to prosecution under the Texas Penal Code.

Source Note: The provisions of this §370.30 adopted to be effective April 4, 2001, 26 TexReg 2519; amended to be effective September 1, 2003, 28 TexReg 7337; amended to be effective January 1, 2006, 30 TexReg 8666