Sec. 47.27.080. Appeals; dispute resolution.

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(a)An applicant or participant who receives a determination from the department that denies, limits, or modifies the cash assistance, diversion payment, or self-sufficiency services provided under this chapter may request a hearing before the office of administrative hearings ( AS 44.64.010 ). The office of administrative hearings ( AS 44.64.010 ) shall conduct the hearing under the regulations adopted by the department. The appeal is not subject to AS 44.62.330 — 44.62.630.

(b)The department may require an applicant or participant to participate in an informal dispute resolution process before a formal hearing. The department may adopt regulations establishing the informal dispute resolution process.