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Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility (BBCE)

BBCE is a SNAP policy letting states raise the gross income limit above the standard 130% of the federal poverty level — up to 200% — and relax asset tests, by tying SNAP eligibility to a TANF-funded benefit. Most states use BBCE; the exact limit varies by state.

BBCE is why the same household can qualify for SNAP in one state and not in another. When moving, compare the two states' gross limits — the pair pages on this site do it automatically.

Federal source: USDA FNS — Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility ↗

Related terms: Federal poverty level (FPL) · Expedited SNAP