| DATE: | August 20, 2014 |
| SUBJECT: | Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Section 4006 of the Agricultural Act of 20 14 - Questions and Answers Part II |
| TO: | All Regional Directors Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program |
The attached questions and answers provide additional policy clarifications responding to state agency concerns regarding the Food and Nutrition Service's (FNS) March 5, 2014, Implementing Memorandum for Section 4006, "Standard Utility Allowances Based on the Receipt of Energy Assistance," of The Agricultural Act of 2014 (PL 113-79). These questions and answers serve as formal guidance for use by FNS regional offices and state agencies as they implement the provisions of Section 4006.
Lizbeth Silbermann
Director
Program Development Division