Miller v. Department of Public Aid

Plaintiff Edward Miller (plaintiff) is a recipient of General Assistance (GA) under article VI of the Illinois Public Aid Code (the Code) (Ill. Rev. Stat 1979, ch. 23, par. 1 — 1 et seq.). He is a member of the class of GA recipients who desire assistance in making payment for optical services and most types of dental care. Payment for these services is refused by the defendant Illinois Department of Public Aid (IDPA), which administers the Code’s programs. This class action suit for declaratory judgment and injunctive relief was brought on behalf of all members of plaintiff’s class, 1…