The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced new income eligibility guidelines for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), effective from July 1, 2025. These guidelines will help State agencies determine if someone can get help from WIC by comparing their family's income to federal poverty levels. The guidelines are updated every year and are linked to the standards set for reduced-price school meals. The notice includes tables with income limits for different areas, such as Alaska, Hawaii, and the 48 contiguous States.
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is updating the rules to help decide if a family can get help buying food through a special program for moms and little kids. Starting in July 2025, they will check how much money a family makes and compare it to what is considered fair for everyone, using these new rules.