PM 08-02-03-b: Employment Expenses

WAG 08-02-03-b

Deduct the following employment expenses from earned income when determining eligibility and benefit amount, and a responsible relative's income:

• Withheld income taxes (federal, state, or city),
• Social Security tax,
• Transportation at the most reasonable rate (if the client uses their own car allow 19¢ per mile),
• Lunch allowance:
  • If carried from home, 15¢ per workday up to a maximum of $3 per month, or
  • If purchased at work, 45¢ per workday up to a maximum of $9 per month,
• Special tools and uniforms required for the type of work performed,
• Miscellaneous expenses when required as a condition of employment:
  • union dues,
  • group life insurance premiums,
  • group health insurance premiums, or
  • retirement plan withholding.
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