53-4-233. Investigation of applications. Whenever a county department receives an application for assistance under this part, an investigation shall be promptly made. The investigation of each application for aid to families with dependent children shall be conducted by the county department of public welfare. Each applicant shall be informed of his right to a fair hearing and of the confidential nature of information secured with regard to his circumstances. Upon completion of an investigation, aid shall be furnished promptly to all eligible persons. Each applicant shall receive written notice of the decision concerning his application.

     History: En. Sec. 5, Part 4, Ch. 82, L. 1937; amd. Sec. 24, Ch. 199, L. 1951; R.C.M. 1947, 71-506; amd. Sec. 155, Ch. 370, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 266, L. 1989.