Illinois SB0032 makes households with veterans or armed forces members eligible for SNAP benefits if their income is at or below 200% of the poverty.
Illinois SB0032 amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to allow households with veterans or members of the armed forces to qualify for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits if their gross income is at or below 200% of the nonfarm income poverty guidelines. This change applies to households with elderly, blind, or disabled individuals as well as those without such individuals. The bill requires federal approval if necessary and defines "armed forces" and "veteran" for the purposes of the legislation.
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