Clarifying information

Refugees and other humanitarian immigrants as described in WAC 182-507-0135 may be eligible for RMA if they are not eligible for Apple Health (Medicaid).

RMA eligibility is established based on an applicant's income and resources on the date of the application, rather than averaging income over the application processing period. Income received after the date of application for RMA is not considered when determining eligibility for RMA.

A student enrolled in an institution of higher education and carrying a full-time academic workload is considered a full-time student. A full-time student is eligible for RMA only if educational activity is a part of their WorkFirst personal employment plan.

For an overview of citizenship and immigration status eligibility rules, see the Citizenship and Immigration Status Guide .