SNAP benefits will not be sent until October 10 in this 2 States, check all their payment dates for Food Stamps in the USA
According to Vibes.okdiario, The USDA has confirmed the payment schedule for SNAP recipients in the U.S. this October. While some Food Stamp beneficiaries began receiving funds in their EBT cards on October 1, others will see payments issued later in the month.
SNAP Payments in South Dakota
For residents of South Dakota, the good news is that eligible SNAP recipients will see their funds loaded onto their EBT cards on October 10. Unlike other states, South Dakota has arranged for a single payment day for all qualified recipients.
Payment Details for All Household Sizes
The maximum payment amounts for SNAP benefits in South Dakota and the 48 contiguous states remain consistent. Here’s the breakdown based on household size:
- 1 person: up to $292
- 2 people: up to $536
- 3 people: up to $768
- 4 people: up to $975
- 5 people: up to $1,158
- 6 people: up to $1,390
- 7 people: up to $1,536
- 8 people: up to $1,756
For households with more than eight members, an additional $220 is provided for each extra person.
SNAP Payments in Maine
Maine will also begin distributing Food Stamps on October 10, but the state has a staggered payment schedule over five days, concluding on October 14.
To qualify for a specific payment date, recipients must know when their birthday falls. Here’s the payment schedule based on the last digit of your birth date:
- 0 or 9: Payments issued on October 10
- 1 or 8: Payments issued on October 11
- 2 or 3: Payments issued on October 12
- 4 or 7: Payments issued on October 13
- 5 or 6: Payments issued on October 14
Important Considerations
SNAP recipients in both states should verify their case numbers, Social Security numbers, or Eligibility Determination Groups to ensure they receive their benefits. Keeping track of these details will help recipients understand when to expect their payments throughout October.