Rule 18-14-29.6 - Eligibility to Opt Out of MSCAPA. Individuals who meet the eligibility requirements for MSCAP may participate in the regular SNAP instead of MSCAP if they can verify one or more of the following: 1. Out-of-pocket medical expenses exceed a monthly average of $35.00;2. Shelter and utility expenses exceed a monthly average over the MSCAP high shelter standard; or3. Eligibility for a legally obligated child support deduction.B. All other households meeting MSCAP eligibility are mandatory for MSCAP and are ineligible for regular SNAP.18 Miss. Code. R. 14-29.6