Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 16 - Health and Welfare, Department of
Rule 16.03.04 - IDAHO FOOD STAMP PROGRAM
Section 16.03.04.203 - SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (SSN) REQUIREMENT

01. Expectations. Before certification, households must provide the Department the SSN, or proof of application for SSN, for each household member. If a household member has more than one (1) SSN, he must provide all of his SSNs. Each SSN must be verified by the Social Security Administration (SSA). A household member with an unverified SSN is not eligible for Food Stamp benefits. The ineligible person's income and resources must be counted in the Food Stamp budget. If benefits are reduced or ended, because one (1) or more persons fail to meet the SSN requirement, the household must be notified in writing. (3-17-22)

02. Good Cause for Not Applying for SSN. If a household member can show good cause why an SSN application was not completed in a timely manner, an extension must be granted to allow him to receive Food Stamp benefits for one (1) month in addition to the month of application. Good cause for failure to apply must be shown monthly in order for such a household member to continue to participate. Good cause is described below: (3-17-22)