SNAP payments arriving in Texas, Food Stamps worth up to $1,751
According to Vibes.okdiario, The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the schedule for the last Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments for September in Texas, as well as the confirmed payment dates for October. Eligible recipients can expect to receive their benefits soon, with checks potentially reaching up to $1,751 for qualifying households.
Last SNAP Payment Dates for September
The final three payment days for SNAP benefits in Texas are September 26, September 27, and September 28. Recipients who have not yet received their funds should check their eligibility based on the last two digits of their Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number, as follows:
- EDG ending in 35-38: Benefits available on September 26
- EDG ending in 89-92: Benefits available on September 26
- EDG ending in 39-41: Benefits available on September 27
- EDG ending in 46-49: Benefits available on September 27
- EDG ending in 93-95: Benefits available on September 27
- EDG ending in 42-45: Benefits available on September 28
- EDG ending in 50-53: Benefits available on September 28
- EDG ending in 96-99: Benefits available on September 28
SNAP Benefit Amounts in Texas
In Texas, SNAP recipients can receive the same maximum benefit amounts as those in the other contiguous states and the District of Columbia. Here’s a breakdown of the maximum benefits for various household sizes:
- 1-person household: Up to $291
- 2-person household: Up to $535
- 3-person household: Up to $766
- 4-person household: Up to $973
- 5-person household: Up to $1,155
- 6-person household: Up to $1,386
- 7-person household: Up to $1,532
- 8-person household: Up to $1,751
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In addition to these amounts, a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) is expected in October, leading to updated benefit amounts. The new maximum amounts will be:
- 1-person household: $292
- 2-person household: $536
- 3-person household: $768
- 4-person household: $975
- 5-person household: $1,158
- 6-person household: $1,390
- 7-person household: $1,536
- 8-person household: $1,756
Keep an eye on your payment schedule and eligibility to ensure you receive the assistance you need. For further details, check the USDA Food and Nutrition Service updates.
