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• The gross income limits have increased
• Minnesota received a waiver whereby anyone who receives a copy of the state’s Domestic
Violence Brochure is now eligible for a $7,000 asset limit, not including vehicles
• Minimum monthly benefit increased to $14 and indexed it to inflation.
• Minimum standard deduction increased to $144 and indexed it to inflation.
• Retirement and education accounts are no longer considered countable resources.
• All dependent care costs (child care and care for elderly or disabled household members) are now
considered when determining eligibility and benefit amount.
• The following deductions from Gross Income can be subtracted from Gross income in determining
eligibility and level of food support benefits:
1. Dependent Care Deductions (Actual Cost), must be working, looking for work, or in schooling
to acquire work
2. Work Expense deduction of 20% of the unit’s gross income
3. Medical Deductions for any costs over $35 per month
4. Shelter Deductions
5. Standard Deductions (currently $143 for a family of 4)
6. Child and Spousal Support Deductions (must be court ordered)
7. Utility deductions (standard or actual)
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