1204 Initial SNAP Eligibility Determination
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SNAP – 7 CFR 273.10 |
Take one of the following actions on the assistance unit's eligibility.
A. Approve an assistance unit that meets each of the eligibility factors and completes the application/reapplication (recertification) process within 30 days of the date of application, and
1. Determine benefit amount; and
2. Establish a certification period (see Section 1205); and
3. Generate the appropriate EPICS notice (see Tables).
B. Deny the initial application if the assistance unit:
1. Fails to meet an eligibility factor; or
2. Fails to complete the application process on or by the 30th day from the date of application; or
3. Refuses to cooperate or take actions required to complete the interview process when a member(s) of the assistance unit is able to cooperate; and
4. Understand missing an interview does not constitute noncooperation;
5. Has three or more members AND is not categorically eligible AND is entitled to zero benefits.
C. DO NOT deny the initial application:
1. For missing verification until ten days from the date of the written request for missing verification.
2. For a missed interview unless the assistance unit does not request a second appointment and the 30th day from the date of application has expired.
3. For a potentially categorically eligible assistance unit until the 30th day from the date of application.
4. For a categorically eligible assistance unit even though the assistance unit may be entitled to zero benefits.
D. Notify the assistance unit in writing of the denial and the reasons for the denial.
E. Generate the appropriate EPICS notice (see Tables) the next working day if the 30th day falls on a weekend or holiday.