| (a) An Applicant has the right to: (1) be treated fairly and equally regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, political beliefs, or disability; (2) request a review of an action; and (3) file a complaint with HHSC or its designee within 30 working days from the date of an incident. (b) An Applicant is responsible for: (1) correctly and truthfully completing the Application regardless of where the Application was obtained; (2) submitting the completed, signed Application; and (3) providing all required verifications. (c) If an Applicant intentionally misrepresents information on an Application to receive a program benefit, HHSC may terminate eligibility. The Applicant: (1) is responsible for reimbursing the State for the cost of improperly paid benefits; and (2) may be subject to prosecution under the Texas Penal Code. |
| Source Note: The provisions of this §370.30 adopted to be effective April 4, 2001, 26 TexReg 2519; amended to be effective September 1, 2003, 28 TexReg 7337; amended to be effective January 1, 2006, 30 TexReg 8666 |
