111 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES (AR) (FAM)

SR 98-51 Dated 12/98

Previous Policy

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An authorized representative (AR) may assist or represent an individual in any aspect of the eligibility or Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) process. See FAM707 , Issuing Benefits, for additional information on ARs and EBT.

The AR is a person chosen by the individual who:

• Assumes all applicant and recipient functions; and

• Acts on behalf of the individual in all or some of the aspects of initial and continuing eligibility.