August 2019
On July 24, 2019, USDA published a Proposed Rule to revise categorical eligibility regulations, proposing to limit the TANF-funded benefits that may convey categorical eligibility for school meals. The revisions would potentially end SNAP enrollment for an estimated 1.7 million households and as a result, end direct certification for free school meals for any students living in these households.
This proposed revision is currently open for public comment (closing on September 23, 2019). To submit formal comment, click here!