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631 Chapter 3:Processes and procedures • Section 2: Verification (07/2026)

Terminated income Workers are not required to verify terminated income for SNAP unless the income will result in a reduction or closure of SNAP benefits. In those situations, verification is needed prior to taking actions to reduce or close SNAP. If the income was from a job, it can be difficult for the applicant to obtain proof. In most cases, it is acceptable merely to talk with the applicant and get information verbally regarding why the job ended, date last worked, and the date and amount of last paycheck. If the work was seasonal or temporary, the applicant’s statements are used and narrated. Good cause for job separation may need to be addressed. If the termination of income is questionable, workers may contact the employer to verify the last day of work and date of the final paycheck. However, many employers are reluctant to state an employee has been fired or give any reason for termination. Reduced work hours In most cases, a reported drop in employment hours must be verified before income can be reduced on a case. Although the participant is responsible for obtaining proof, the worker can get verification by talking with the employer. The exception for this is for jobs in which seasonal fluctuations or similar. Circumstances explain the drop in hours (e.g., for retail sales or tourist employment, or a cut in hours one month due to illness). For these cases when the work situation is generally known in the community, it is acceptable for the worker to narrate the reduction in work hours without pursuing verification. For individuals identified as ABAWD, verification is required for reduction in work hours if they are not working at least 20 hours per week. Click here for SNAP employment services. Click here for Income changes. TANF Terminated income Verification is required for terminated income if the income is received in the initial month. If it was received prior to the initial month, verification is not required because this is not counted in the certification period. Reduced work hours In most cases, a drop in employment hours must be verified before income can be reduced on a case. Although the participant is responsible for obtaining proof, the worker can get verification by talking with the employer. Click here for Income changes.