431.221—Request for hearing.
(a)
The agency may require that a request for a hearing be in writing.
(b)
The agency may not limit or interfere with the applicant's or recipient's freedom to make a request for a hearing.
(c)
The agency may assist the applicant or recipient in submitting and processing his request.
(d)
The agency must allow the applicant or recipient a reasonable time, not to exceed 90 days from the date that notice of action is mailed, to request a hearings.