Standard utility allowance definition
Standard utility allowance means an amount that is used in lieu of the actual amount of utility costs. The standard utility allowance is applicable if the non-LTSS spouse is responsible for payment toward the cost of gas, electric, coal, wood, oil, water, sewage, or telephone for the residence and is updated annually, in conjunction with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in the Rhode Island Department of Human Services’ Administrative Code at 218-RICR-20-00-1.