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Resource | Waivers
Flexibilities to Support Outreach, Innovation, and Modernization in WIC
Through ARPA, USDA received waiver authority to support WIC and FMNP outreach, innovation, and modernization. Waivers are currently available to support WIC online shopping and ARPA funded projects.
10/27/2023
Resource | Policy
Standard Utility Allowances
States annually update Standard Utility Allowances (SUAs) to reflect changes in utility costs. When determining a household’s eligibility, states consider a household’s total shelter costs, including the cost of utilities. Since actual utility costs are often hard to determine, states can use SUAs, which are standard amounts that represent low-income household utility costs in the state or local area. SUAs may be used in lieu of the household's actual costs when determining eligibility and benefit amount.
10/01/2023
Resource | Policy
Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Information
We adjust SNAP maximum allotments, deductions, and income eligibility standards at the beginning of each federal fiscal year.
10/01/2023
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Supporting the WIC Workforce
WIC staff should reflect the diversity and rich cultural experiences of WIC families. FNS has invested $31.5 million into a 5-year Inter-Agency Agreement with USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to support the WIC workforce.
09/26/2023
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Prioritizing Outreach
To make sure that eligible families know about WIC and the benefits it provides, FNS is investing in outreach.
09/26/2023
Resource | Technical Assistance & Guidance
FY 2022-24 WIC FMNP eSolution Grant Summaries
Since FY 2022, FNS has awarded over $9 million in grants to 37 State agencies to support WIC FMNP eSolutions.
09/26/2023
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Improving the Shopping Experience
We want WIC families to be able to shop simply and conveniently, just like other shoppers. FNS is supporting WIC state agencies as they modernize the shopping experience in store, online, and at farmers markets, through both funding and waivers.
09/26/2023
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Modernizing Technology and Service Delivery
Enrolling in and sticking with WIC helps families get the nutrition and healthcare they need to build a healthier future. FNS is working with state and federal partners to make the WIC journey, from start to finish, a smoother, more fulfilling experience for all participants by modernizing technology and service delivery.
09/26/2023
Resource | Policy Memos
SNAP FY 2024 Cost-of-Living Adjustments
This memorandum provides the FY 2024 Cost-of-Living Adjustments to the SNAP maximum allotments, income eligibility standards, and deductions. Under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, COLAs are effective as of Oct. 1, 2023.
08/03/2023
Resource | Federal Register Documents
Comment Request: SNAP SUA State Options
FNS will collect and approve information from state agencies on how the various state SNAP agencies develop, update, change and implement options will be determined for SUAs for household.
06/06/2023