The Department of Health may arrange with the office of administrative hearings (AS 44.64.010) to hold a hearing upon the request of an applicant or recipient who has been disqualified. Before this hearing, the department shall, by certified mail, notify an applicant or recipient in plain and comprehensive language the exact reason for the disqualification. Form letters using only referral to state statutes or department regulations, or otherwise vague in detail, are not considered compliance by the department with this section.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Title 47. Welfare, Social Services, and Institutions
Chapter 45. Older Alaskans and Long-term Care Facility Residents
Article 1. Alaska Longevity Bonus.
Sec. 47.45.010. Persons who may qualify for longevity bonus.
Sec. 47.45.020. Continuous eligibility procedures.
Sec. 47.45.030. Absence from the state.
Sec. 47.45.040. Disqualification.
Sec. 47.45.050. Department hearing.
Sec. 47.45.070. Unqualified persons.
Sec. 47.45.080. Accrual of bonuses.
Sec. 47.45.110. Treasurer of system.
Sec. 47.45.120. Exemption from state and local taxation and from debt collection.
Sec. 47.45.122. Eligibility for public assistance.
Sec. 47.45.130. Death or cessation of residency.
Sec. 47.45.140. Penalty for false statements or records.
Sec. 47.45.160. Administrative Procedure Act not applicable.