This chapter outlines the policies and procedures for Emergency General Assistance (EGA) and Expedited SNAP. These are outlined in detail in 0004.01 (Emergency General Assistance (EGA)) and 0004.04 (Expedited SNAP).

Determine a client’s need for EGA or Expedited SNAP during the client’s initial contact with the county agency or Tribal Nation. If a client’s need for EGA or Expedited SNAP arises after the initial contact with the county agency or Tribal Nation, use the emergency processing deadlines outlined in 0004.01 (Emergency General Assistance (EGA)) and 0004.04 (Expedited SNAP).