Appeals and hearings for a SNAP benefits decision
LIST Code: BE-02-01-09-00
LIST Code
BE-02-01-09-00
Title
Appeals and hearings for a SNAP benefits decision
Definition
Legal issues related to challenging a decision made by a benefits agency about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility, benefit amount, termination, reduction, or denial. This includes requesting and preparing for a fair hearing. This issue covers situations where a person disagrees with a SNAP decision, such as denial of an application, reduction in benefits, termination of assistance, overpayment determination, or refusal to issue expedited benefits. People may believe the agency made a mistake about income, household size, expenses, or eligibility factors, or failed to properly process submitted documents. It also includes understanding the process for requesting a fair hearing, meeting appeal deadlines, asking for continued benefits while the appeal is pending (if eligible), gathering evidence, and presenting a case at a hearing. Legal questions may involve notice requirements, procedural protections, burden of proof, and options for further review if the appeal is denied. Rules and timelines are governed by federal and state SNAP regulations. Includes: - Requesting a SNAP fair hearing - Appealing denial, reduction, or termination of SNAP - Challenging overpayment or disqualification decisions - Requesting continued benefits during appeal - Preparing evidence and documentation for hearing - Understanding hearing procedures and deadlines