RI Food Stamp Income Guidelines are established by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to determine eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in the state of Rhode Island. These guidelines are based on household size and monthly income, and they are updated annually to reflect changes in the cost of living.
SNAP is a federally funded program that provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families. In Rhode Island, SNAP benefits are distributed through the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS). To be eligible for SNAP, households must meet certain income and asset requirements. The RI Food Stamp Income Guidelines outline the maximum allowable income levels for SNAP eligibility.