prospective budgeting (PB Prospective budgeting.)

The computation of the monthly benefit allotment The total value of SNAP benefits a household is authorized to receive each month. based on the best estimate of income The money a household receives from any source. and circumstances that will exist in the calendar month The period beginning with the first day of the month and ending on the last day of the month. in which the assistance payment An approved cash or crisis benefit issued through the LIHEAP automated system. will be made.