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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
For the purpose of this subchapter, the term:
(1) “Categorical eligibility” means the automatic eligibility for SNAP as determined by the enrollment in a separate TANF funded program.
(2) Repealed.
(3) “LIHEAP” means the Low Income Home Energy Assistance program.
(4) “Maximum standard utility allowance” means the maximum level of accepted utility-based income deductions used in determining benefits under the food stamp program.
(4A) “SNAP” means the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, established pursuant to section 4 of the Food Stamp Act of 1964, approved August 31, 1964 (78 Stat. 703; 7 U.S.C. § 2013).
(5) “TANF” means the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - District of Columbia Code Division I. Government of District. § 4-261.01. Definitions. - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/dc/division-i-government-of-district/dc-code-sect-4-261-01/
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