Ohio § 5101.04
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5101.04, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5101.04.
(A) Notwithstanding any provision of law or regulation to the contrary, in order to improve
the timeliness of public assistance benefit deliveries, to maximize operational efficiencies,
increase cost savings, and minimize fraud, the department of job and family services
may contract with a third-party commercial consumer reporting agency, in accordance
with the “Fair Credit Reporting Act,” 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq., for the purpose of assisting the department with eligibility determinations for supplemental
nutrition assistance supplemental program benefits, benefits funded by the temporary
assistance for needy families block grant, and unemployment compensation benefits. The department shall undertake efforts to incorporate real-time employment and income
information into existing verification and eligibility determination procedures. (B) No third-party vendor shall conduct pre-screening activities regarding supplemental
nutrition assistance program applicants unless the vendor has entered into a pre-screening
agreement with the department.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5101.04
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5101.04 cover?
Section 5101.04 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 5101.04?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5101.04" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 5101.04 apply to my situation?
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