Department of Social Services
Family Support Division
PO Box 2320
Jefferson City, Missouri
TO: ALL FAMILY SUPPORT OFFICES
FROM: KIM EVANS, DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: UPDATE TO 1619 THRESHOLD
MANUAL REVISION #
Appendix J
DISCUSSION:
The threshold amount established by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to determine eligibility under Section 1619 of the Social Security Act has decreased to $3,690 effective January 1, 2024. Additional information regarding 1619 eligibility is available in manual section 0850.005.20 Financial Need.
Appendix J of the MO HealthNet for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (MHABD) Manual was updated to reflect the new threshold.
NECESSARY ACTION:
- Review this memorandum with appropriate staff.
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