Field Op 2003-26: Food Stamp Program : 10/1/2003 Cost of Living Incresase

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DTA

State Letter 1263 issues policy revisions implementing the following
cost-of-living changes in the Food Stamp Program, effective 10/1/2003:
* Maximum Benefit Allotments - The maximum benefit levels for all
assistance unit (AU) sizes have increased (see Attachment A).
* Gross, Net and 165 Percent Income Eligibility Standards - The Gross, Net
and 165 Percent Income Eligibility Standards have increased
(see Attachment A).
* Shelter Deduction - The Maximum Shelter Deduction increased to $378.
* Standard Deduction - The Standard Deduction for AU size 1 through 4
remains. The Standard Deduction amounts for AU sizes 5 and greater have
increased.

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