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USDA/FNS RIN: 0584-AE05 Publication ID: Spring 2011 
Title: Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR): Income Deductions 
Abstract: This proposed rule would amend regulations for the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) at 7 CFR 253.6. The changes are intended to improve the administration of FDPIR and service to program applicants and participants, and respond to a resolution passed by the membership of the National Association of Food Distribution Programs on Indian Reservations (NAFDPIR). The proposed provisions would promote conformity with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by aligning FDPIR and SNAP regulations. The Department is proposing amendments that would: (1) expand the current income deduction for Medicare Part B Medical Insurance and Part D Prescription Drug Coverage premiums to include other allowable monthly medical expenses in excess of $35 for households with elderly and/or disabled members; (2) establish an income deduction for shelter/utility expenses; (3) eliminate the requirement for considering countable household resources in the eligibility determination; and (4) establish household verification requirements related to the proposed income deductions and revise household reporting requirements. (09-018) 
Agency: Department of Agriculture(USDA)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 7 CFR 253    7 CFR 254   
Legal Authority: 7 USC 2011 to 2032   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  09/00/2011    
NPRM Comment Period End  12/00/2011    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal 
Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
James F Herbert
Regulatory Review Specialist
Department of Agriculture
Food and Nutrition Service
3101 Park Center Drive,
Alexandria, VA 22302
Phone:703 305-2572
Email: james.herbert@fns.usda.gov