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Eligibility criteria

• Household income up to 135% of the Federal Poverty Level

Information to gather

• Proof of program participation OR income documentation
• Photo ID
• Proof of address
• Last 4 digits of Social Security
• number or Tribal ID

Eligibility criteria

• Requirements vary by age and coverage group. Many adults ages 19–64 may qualify with household income at or below 138% of the federal poverty level; separate limits and requirements apply to children, pregnant people, older adults, and people with disabilities.

The 138% FPL threshold applies to the general adult eligibility group, not every NJ FamilyCare category. Changes affecting some non-citizen eligibility took effect October 1, 2026. Beginning January 1, 2027, certain adults will face community-engagement requirements and six-month renewals; exemptions apply.

Information to gather

• Household and income information
• Proof of identity
• Proof of New Jersey residency
• Citizenship or immigration information for applicants when required for their coverage group
• Existing health-coverage information

Eligibility criteria

• New Jersey households must meet SNAP income and program requirements. The general gross-income limit is 185% of the federal poverty level, although different rules may apply to households that include an older adult or person with a disability.

Information to gather

• Household details
• Income information
• Housing and utility expenses
• Identification
• Citizenship or immigration information for household members applying

Eligibility criteria

• • Be residents of New Jersey. • Apply for assistance for their primary residence. • Meet income and household eligibility requirements for the selected program. • Receive electric or gas service from a participating utility company. • Meet income eligibility requirements. • Spend a significant percentage of household income on energy bills.
• Income up to 60% of the area median

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Information to gather

• Personal information and documentation for all household members
• ID verifications
• Utility documentation
• Housing documentation