Department of Social Services
Family Support Division
PO Box 2320
Jefferson City, Missouri
TO: ALL FAMILY SUPPORT OFFICES
FROM: PATRICK LUEBBERING, DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: FOOD STAMP CLARIFICATION OF DEPENDENT IMMIGRANTS OF VETERANS AND ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE REQUIREMENT
MANUAL REVISION #87
DISCUSSION:
This memorandum introduces updated Food Stamp Manual section, 1105.010.10.20 Immigrants with Military Connections.
Immigrants with military connections can receive benefits without a waiting period. This includes dependents of a veteran or of an active military person. The definition of an immigrant, who is the dependent of a veteran or active military person, has been updated for clarification.
Veteran’s active-duty service requirement of 24 months has been updated to the minimum active-duty service requirement. This is a clarification from Food and Nutrition Service (FNS).
NECESSARY ACTION:
- Review this memorandum with appropriate staff.
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