Fla. Admin. Code R. 65-2.044 (2026)

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:

(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 409.285 FS. History–New 5-17-78, Formerly 10-2.44, 10-2.044, Amended 4-2-18.

Effective: 4/2/2018.