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Self-initiated training is not an allowable activity for a SNAP recipient. Therefore, participating in online independent study, or correspondence courses, does not qualify an individual for this exemption.
Students remain exempt during normal periods of class attendance, vacation, and recess, unless the student graduates, is suspended or expelled, drops out, or does not intend to register for the next normal school term. 2438.15.05.40
PARTICIPANTS IN DRUG ADDICTION/ALCOHOLIC TREATMENTS (S)
Individuals enrolled and participating in a drug addiction or alcoholic treatment and rehabilitation program are exempt.
The individual does not have to be a resident of the center.
The exemption also applies to persons participating in an outpatient program. 2438.15.05.50
INDIVIDUALS RECEIVING UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (S)
Individuals receiving unemployment compensation, or eligible to receive these benefits, are exempt. 2438.15.05.55
SCHOOL EMPLOYEES UNDER CONTRACT (S)
Employees under contract are exempt during the non-work season if meeting one of the following conditions: • Total annual wages equal the federal minimum wage multiplied by 1560 (52 weeks times 30 hours). • Total number of hours worked equals or exceeds 1560 (52 weeks times 30 hours); or • Seasonal farm workers (migrants) under contract, or similar agreement, with an employer to begin work within 30 days. 2438.15.05.60
INDIVIDUALS WORKING MINIMUM OF THIRTY HOURS WEEKLY (S)
Individuals are exempt if employed or self-employed and meet one of the following criteria: • Working a minimum of 30 hours per week • Receiving earnings equal to or greater than the federal minimum wage multiplied by 30 hours, or the training wage multiplied by 30 hours if the employment situation warrants the payment of a training wage. • Are migrant or seasonal farm workers under contract, or a similar agreement, with an employer to begin work within 30 days?