Maine - ME

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).

State-Specific Eligibility Programs

• Emergency Assistance Program (GENERAL Assistance is not acceptable)

See General Rules for more information.

Unacceptable Subsidy Proof Examples

Maine GENERAL Assistance Award Letter

• Unless EMERGENCY Assistance (a Lifeline-eligible subsidy in Maine) is checked, this letter is only an award letter for GENERAL Assistance (not a Lifeline-eligible subsidy).

Acceptable Subsidy Proof Examples

Food Stamps Cards

Medicaid Card

• Medicaid includes Expanded Maine Medicaid

FPHA/Section 8

Acceptable ID Examples