Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.04.617 - INCREASES IN FOOD STAMP BENEFITS

01. Household Reports a Change. If a household reports a change that results in an increase in Food Stamps and the proof cannot be obtained through interfaces or data brokers, the Department must allow the household ten (10) days to provide proof. (3-17-22)

02. Failure to Provide Proof of Change. If the household fails to provide proof of a change that would increase the benefit level, the Food Stamp benefit remains at the amount already established. (3-17-22)

03. Proof Provided Within Ten Days. If the household provides proof within ten (10) days of reporting the change, the Department will increase the Food Stamp benefits beginning the month immediately following the month in which the change was reported. For changes reported after the 20th of the month, a supplement is issued for the next month no later than the 10th of the next month. If the change is reported and verified after the final date to adjust Food Stamp benefits for the following month in the Department's automated eligibility system, the change to the Food Stamp benefits must be made by the following month, even if a supplement must be issued. (3-17-22)

04. Proof Not Provided Within Ten Days. If the household fails to provide proof within ten (10) days of reporting the change, but provides proof later, benefits are increased the month after the proof of the change is provided. (3-17-22)

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Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.04.617