The State or U.S. Territory agency responsible for federally aided public assistance programs submits requests for funding to USDA's Food and Nutrition Service. Examples include most households who are receiving some form of welfare assistance, or are unemployed, part-time employed, working for low wages, or living on limited pensions.
Eligibility is based on family size, income, and level of resources.
Able-bodied adults with certain limited exceptions must meet a work requirement. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87 . This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372 and OMB Circular No. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. The Secretary of Agriculture designates each State agency that operates the program upon submission of a request.