Department of Social Services
Family Support Division
PO Box 2320
Jefferson City, Missouri
TO: ALL FAMILY SUPPORT OFFICES
FROM: REGINALD E. McELHANNON, INTERIM DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: FOOD STAMP MANUAL REVISIONS OF CURRENT INVESTIGATION PROCESSES
MANUAL REVISIONS #94
1145.005.00 REFERRAL FOR INVESTIGATION-WIU
1145.010.00 DISQUALIFICATION PROCESS
1145.010.05 WIU Returns Claim/Referral Without Investigating
1145.010.10 WIU Recommends Administrative Disqualification
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this memo is to inform staff of the Food Stamp Manual updates regarding Welfare Investigation Unit (WIU) and Program Integrity Unit (PIU) investigation and claim processes. The updates replace outdated information and processes. There are new processes for investigation referrals, changes in responsibilities, and updated terms and forms used.
NECESSARY ACTION:
- Review this memorandum with appropriate staff.
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