18 Miss. Code. R. 14-13.1 - General Rule

A. An able-bodied adult without dependents (ABAWD) is an individual age 18 but under 55 years old without minor dependents. Per the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 (FRA), the age-based modification exception will sunset on October 1, 2030.
B. SNAP eligibility for ABAWDs is limited to (three) 3 countable months during any 3-year (36 months) period.
C. However, an ABAWD meeting the work requirements, or an exemption is not subject to the time limits.
D. Individuals may be eligible for up to (three) 3 additional months.
E. MDHS must inform all ABAWDs of the ABAWD work requirements and time limits orally and in writing.

Notes

18 Miss. Code. R. 14-13.1
7 CFR ยง273.24(b)-(c)
Adopted 3/15/2022 Amended 10/20/2023 Amended 12/9/2024 Amended 2/17/2025

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