It is available to nearly anyone with low
income and few resources. Eligibility is based on income and assets
available to the household, as well as household characteristics
namely immigrant status or one’s ability to work.
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Only legal immigrants are eligible for
program benefits, most of whom must wait 5 years in legal status
before qualifying for benefits.
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The Program requires able-bodied adults
between 16 and 60 (with some exceptions) to register for work, to
take part in employment/training programs referred by the food stamp
office, and to accept or continue suitable employment.
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