The determination or conclusion reached in regard to the eligibility or ineligibility for family assistance shall be made within 30 days after the filing of the application. The applicant shall be notified of such decision in writing. The decision on continuing eligibility for ADC shall be based on the findings of an investigation which shall be evaluated and the decision made promptly.

An applicant or recipient of family assistance shall be informed of his or her right to appeal to the office and request a fair hearing when his or her application has not been acted upon promptly or the application is denied or the grant is deemed inadequate or is discontinued.