WAC 388-444-0050 Good cause for failure to register for work or for not participating in the FS E&T program

1. A nonexempt client may have good cause for refusing or failing to register for work or to participate in the FS E&T program.

2. Good cause reasons include, but are not limited to: 

   1. Illness of the client;

   2. Illness of another household member requiring the help of the client;

   3. A household emergency;

   4. The unavailability of transportation; or

   5. Lack of adequate dependent care for children six through twelve years of age.

3. A client who is determined by the department to lack good cause for failing or refusing to participate in FS E&T is disqualified and is not eligible to receive food assistance.