IMPROPER TRANSFER INELIGIBILITY
ISSUE DATE: 03/2026
MFIP:
See 0015.69.06 (Improper Asset Transfers) for information on what constitutes an improper transfer of assets.
The unit is ineligible until it documents efforts to reacquire the asset or get adequate compensation for it. Deny or close the case if the unit refuses to take steps to regain the asset or get adequate compensation.
If the unit regains the asset or gets adequate compensation for it, the unit must then reduce any excess property. See 0015.72 (Excess Assets - Applicants), 0015.75 (Excess Assets - Participants).
SNAP:
Only non-categorically eligible SNAP units ARE subject to an asset test. Categorically eligible SNAP units are NOT subject to an assets test. See 0013.06 (SNAP Categorically 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 transferred assets.
MSA:
For non-SSI recipients, follow GA.
For SSI recipients, no action is required. SSA makes all asset determinations.
GA:
Follow MFIP for transfers within 12 months of the date of application or recertification. If the unit does not reacquire the asset or get adequate compensation, refer the case to the county attorney for possible action against the person who received the asset.
HSP:
Follow MSA for aged, blind, or disabled clients. Follow GA for all other adults.
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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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