Illinois - IL

Acceptable Subsidies

The standard eligibility programs that may be used as proof of subsidy include Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Food Stamps, Medicaid, National Free School Lunch Program, Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA), and Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

See General Rules for more information.

Acceptable Subsidy Proof Examples

Food Stamps Card

Food Stamps Letter

Medicaid Cards

• Medicaid = MediPlan, Illinois Healthy Women, All Kids

Free School Lunch Award Letter

DHS Referral Letter

• Must list the customer’s name as “Person Being Referred” and have a Lifeline-eligible program listed under “Referred person receives the following services”.

Acceptable ID Examples

• MTD is NOT a privately-owned transit system

• RTA is NOT a privately-owned transit system