9000 Food Stamp Program
Statement of Purpose [271.1(a)] The purpose of the Food Stamp Program is to provide more nutritious diets to individuals of limited financial means. The purpose of this manual of State rules and regulations is to ensure that the provisions of the Food Stamp Act of 1977 are applied to individuals applying for or receiving benefits in Delaware. Food Stamp benefits provided to eligible households shall not be considered income or resources for any purpose under any Federal, State, or local laws.