IM-41 BUDGETING ACTUAL INCOME FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) CLARIFICATION

Department of Social Services
Family Support Division
PO Box 2320
Jefferson City, Missouri

TO:  ALL FAMILY SUPPORT OFFICES

FROM:  KIM EVANS, DIRECTOR

SUBJECT:  BUDGETING ACTUAL INCOME FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) CLARIFICATION

MANUAL REVISION #

1115.020.05.05

DISCUSSION:

The SNAP policy manual has been updated to provide an example of an actual budget when a change of income occurs in the month of application that is not the beginning of, ending of or zero income. 

Refer to IM-10 Revisions to the Calculation Methods and Frequency Code Chart, dated 3/3/21, for the frequency methods and codes.

NOTE:  Prior quarter budgets do not apply to SNAP.  Retroactive SNAP benefits are not allowed.

NECESSARY ACTION:

  • Review this memorandum with appropriate staff.

KE/ks