Income – Earned vs. Unearned

Q/A examples of determining income to be earned or unearned.

UpdatedPS2 Instructions – Section C (SNAP Benefits)

This is a list with descriptions of each Section C field in IMS.

Closure Codes

Benefit Reporter Households Closure Codes If the Mid-Certification Renewal (MCR) is not submitted or is incomplete, the section will close using code ‘36S’ as the reason for SNAP and medical. The closure code for childcare is ‘36.’ SNAP Only: In non-report months, if a change occurs and is reported the only valid closure codes are: Code # […]

BN Screen – Benefits Inquiry

Use the BN Transaction to view benefits issued from a designated case. To view this screen: Login to IMS Clear the screen Type BN (space) and the case number Press ‘Enter’ Issuance Type D DIRECT DEPOSIT EF EBT FOOD BENEFITS EW EBT CASH PAYMENT Category of Assistance Z PA EMERGENCY A AID TO THE AGED […]

Mid-Certification Renewals

Mid-Certification Renewal The term “Mid-Certification Renewal”, or “MCR” is use to describe benefits for which a renewal (but not a new application) is needed in order for those benefits to continue. Recipient Notification When a Human Services Center is included in the OKDHS Live! process the recipients in that service area will receive an “OKDHS […]

Auto-Renewals

Criteria for SNAP auto-update

UpdatedOKDHS Live! FAQS

Answers to frequently asked questions

Expedited Services Examples

The following are examples on how to determine if a SNAP application is eligible for expedited services. Please use the current Appendix C-3 to determine which utility standards to use in your calculations. John applies for SNAP benefits. John has earned income of $800 per month, pays shelter expense of $500, and he is responsible for […]

Civil Rights Complaints Processing

In order to comply with Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) requirements concerning SNAP civil rights complaints, the following information should be presented to all DHS staff involved in SNAP as part of their annual civil rights training.

Transitional Food Benefits FAQs

Q/A regarding Transitional Food Benefits