Households must meet income tests unless all household members are receiving TANF or SSI. Most households must meet the gross and net income tests, but a household with an elderly member or who is receiving certain types of disability has to meet the net income test.
The gross income is the household’s total, non-excluded income, before deductions are taken.
Allowable Deductions
20% deduction from earned income
Dependent care deduction for work, training, or education
Legally owed child support payments
Maximum excess shelter deduction of $744
Medical expenses for elderly and disabled members that is higher than $35 per month, if not paid by insurance or another person
Employment Requirements
Able-bodied adults without dependent children between 18 and 64 must register for work, accept suitable employment, and take part in an employment and training program.
