18 Miss. Code. R. 14-12.16

Current through January 14, 2025
Rule 18-14-12.16 - Comparable Workfare Programs
A. MDHS can establish comparable workfare programs to provide ABAWDs a way to fulfill the work requirements.
B. The following conditions must be met in order to establish a comparable workfare program:
1. The maximum number of hours worked weekly in a comparable workfare activity, combined with any other hours worked during the week for compensation (in cash or in kind) must not exceed 30;
2. Participants must not receive a fourth month of SNAP benefits without having secured a workfare position or without having met their workfare obligation;
3. MDHS must maintain records to support issuing benefits beyond the third month of eligibility; and
4. MDHS must provide a description of the program to the appropriate FNS Regional office.

18 Miss. Code. R. 14-12.16

7 CFR §273.7(m)(9)
Adopted 3/15/2022
Amended 10/20/2023
Amended 12/9/2024