ASSET TRANSFERS FROM SPOUSE TO SPOUSE
ISSUE DATE: 03/2026
MFIP, GA:
Transfers of assets from spouse to spouse are not allowed.
SNAP:
Only non-categorically eligible SNAP units ARE subject to an asset test. Categorically eligible SNAP units are NOT subject to an asset test. See 0013.06 (SNAP Categorical Eligibility/Ineligibility) to determine categorical eligibility or ineligibility.
For non-categorically eligible SNAP units, see 0015.81 (Assets – SNAP) for the SNAP asset policies, including transfer of assets.
MSA:
For non-SSI recipients, follow GA.
For SSI recipients, no action is required. SSA makes all asset determinations.
HSP:
Follow MSA for aged, blind, or disabled clients. Follow GA for all other adults.
PREVIOUS REVISIONS
| Date | Notes |
|---|---|
| 05/2025 | in SNAP, adds that non-categorically eligible SNAP cases are subject to an asset test. In MSA, updates language for assets. |
| 09/2016 | updates the name and link of the Minnesota Health Care Programs Eligibility Policy Manual. No policy was changed. |
| 12/2014 | Removed WB. This program was suspended 12/1/14. |
| 11/2013 | change the link title to Insurance Affordability Programs/Health Care Manuals due to manual name change. No policy was changed. |
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