In general
For purposes of this subchapter, subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), in determining eligibility for medical assistance—
(A) an individual shall be treated as receiving aid or assistance under a State plan approved under part A of subchapter IV only if the individual meets— (i) the income and resource standards for determining eligibility under such plan, and (ii) the eligibility requirements of such plan under subsections (a) through (c) of section 606 of this title and section 607(a) of this title , as in effect as of July 16, 1996 ; and
(B) the income and resource methodologies under such plan as of such date shall be used in the determination of whether any individual meets income and resource standards under such plan.