Eligibility Criteria for GLAs

Eligibility Criteria for GLAs. In order for a resident of a GLA to be eligible to participate in SNAP, the GLA must provide proof that it is either: A. 1. A public or private non-profit residential setting; 2. That serves no more than 16 residents; and 3. Is certified by the appropriate state agency under the regulations issued under Section 1616(e) of the Social Security Act; or B. Authorized as a retailer by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS).