Is benefit maximization a requirement?
Response: Shuffling (re-ordering) and the presentation of a “best value” combination of items to the WIC participant that would most closely utilize their available CVV benefit is not a requirement. However, systems should allow the participants to spend the maximum amount available without exceeding it. Please reference the email sent on October 28, 2008 (http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/wichd/ebt/correspondence.shtm), for additional detail regarding benefit maximization.