This is to advise you that we are revising conditions associated with waivers of 7 CFR 273.10(f)(4) which would allow state agencies to shorten the certification periods of food stamp households
The purpose of this memorandum is to clarify state agency procedures for direct verification, especially concerning the use of Medicaid data.
As a result of the recently enacted Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 there is a requirement that a Medicaid client present documentary evidence of citizenship. The provision does not expand or restrict eligibility for Medicaid, but simply imposes the requirement that a Medicaid client present documentary evidence of citizenship.
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide guidance on the impact of these modifications on the Child and Adult Care Food Program.