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SNAP 103-1 APPLICATION PROCESSING Application Filing/Interview Process

Supersedes: SNAP 103-1 (07/06/2022) References: 7 CFR 273.2; 7 CFR 273.14 Overview: The SNAP eligibility determination process includes filing and completing an application form, being interviewed, and verifying necessary information. A household has the right to file an application by submitting the completed forms to the Office of Public Assistance either in person, through an authorized representative, by mail, by completing an on-line electronic application, or by fax, telephone, or other electronic transmission. The household may submit the application to any Office of Public Assistance. All households have the right to apply or to re-apply for SNAP in writing. The eligibility staff shall neither deny nor interfere with a household's right to apply or to re-apply in writing. Only a name, address and signature are required to apply for SNAP. The date this information is received is the application date and the remainder of the application must be completed during the interview. FILING AN APPLICATION: When a household or authorized representative contacts the OPA and expresses interest in receiving SNAP assistance or expresses concerns which indicate food