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SNAP 1501-2 CASE MANAGEMENT Mass Change Supersedes: FS 1501-2 (10/01/2009) Reference: 7 CFR 273.12(e) Overview: Mass changes are initiated by the state or federal government and generally affect the entire caseload or a significant portion of the caseload. MASS CHANGES: Mass changes are effective the same date for all households. A notice is not required for mass change situations listed in 1-5 below; however, it is best practice to send a notice to the household informing them of the benefit change. Adequate notice is required to be sent to the households listed in 6-8 below. Mass Changes include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Adjustments to income eligibility standards (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program GMI or NMI Limits). 2. Adjustments in the maximum SNAP allotment (Thrifty Food Plan). 3. Adjustments in the standard deduction. 4. Adjustments in the shelter or dependent care deduction. 5. Annual and seasonal adjustments to utility standards. 6. Periodic cost-of-living adjustments to Retirement, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (RSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and other federal benefits. 7. Periodic cost-of-living adjustments to TANF Cash, Tribal TANF, or General Assistance (GA) payments. 8. Other changes in the eligibility and benefit criteria based on legislative or regulatory changes. Effective Date: December 12, 2022