Mississippi Administrative Code
Title 18 - HUMAN SERVICES
Part 14 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Policy Manual
Chapter 13 - Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWDs)
Rule 18-14-13.10 - Regaining Eligibility
Universal Citation: MS Code of Rules 18-14-13.10
Current through September 24, 2024
A. Individuals denied eligibility under Rule 12.1 General Rule will regain eligibility during any 30 consecutive days if he or she:
1. Worked 80 or more hours;
2. Participated in and complied with the work program requirements for 80 or more hours;
3. A combination of work and participation in a work program for a total of 80 hours;
4. Participated in and complied with a workfare program;
5. Provides verification that he or she will meet the ABAWD work requirements within 30 consecutive days from the date of application as determined by MDHS; or
6. Becomes exempt.
B. Benefits for individuals regaining eligibility will be calculated as follows:
1. For individuals working, participating in a work program or a combination of work and participation in a work program, MDHS will prorate benefits from the day the 80 hours are completed or the date of application; or
2. For individuals participating in a workfare program and the workfare obligation is based on an estimated monthly benefit prorated back to the date of application, will have their benefits prorated back to the date of application.
C. There is no limit on the number of times an individual may regain eligibility and subsequently maintaining eligibility by meeting the work requirement.
7 CFR § 273.24(d)
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