Increasing Nutrition Access for Seniors Act of 2025

Simplified Certification: Under Section 2(a), households with no earned income may qualify for a 36-month certification period, which could simplify access to nutrition assistance.

Standard Medical Deduction Option: Section 2(b)(1) allows State agencies to establish a standard medical deduction for elderly or disabled household members who self-attest to medical expenses exceeding $35 a month. This provides a streamlined way to account for medical costs.

Inflation-Adjusted Deductions: Section 2(b)(2)(II)(bb) ensures the standard medical deduction amount is adjusted annually based on the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers: Medical Care, which helps keep the deduction relevant over time.

Flexible State Deductions: Section 2(b)(2)(III) allows State agencies to establish a greater standard medical expense deduction if they provide evidence of higher average monthly medical costs in their specific State.

Streamlined Administration: Section 2(c) allows State agencies to use data matches instead of income verification for households qualifying for the 36-month certification period, potentially reducing the administrative burden on those individuals.