(1) Individuals whose annual family income during the 12 months immediately preceding the month of application is less than 250% of the 2013 poverty guidelines published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) are eligible for a loan of specialized telecommunications equipment based on income. 250% of the HHS 2013 annual poverty guidelines for families of various sizes are shown in (2).

(2) 250% of the annual poverty guidelines is as follows:

 

FAMILY SIZE	250% OF ANNUAL POVERTY GUIDELINE
One	$28,725
Two	$38,775
Three	$48,825
Four	$58,875
Five	$68,925
Six	$78,975
Seven	$89,025
Eight	$99,075
Each Additional Person, Add	$10,050

 

(3) There is no asset test to be eligible for a loan of specialized telecommunications equipment.