A Categorically Eligible household is exempt from providing which type of verification?

A Categorically Eligible household is exempt from providing verification of residency because this exemption simplifies the process for families who are already receiving certain types of assistance, such as those from Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Since these households are already deemed eligible based on their participation in other assistance programs, requiring them to verify residency again would create unnecessary barriers.

In contrast, verification of income, identity, and rental expense is still required because these factors directly impact eligibility for assistance programs, ensuring that resources are allocated to those who truly need them. By exempting residency verification, agencies can streamline the application process for these households while still maintaining checks in areas that are crucial for determining eligibility.