Food Stamp benefits may increase in May for some recipients. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 permits states to offer a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, emergency allotment. This emergency allotment allows states to continue issuing the maximum amount of SNAP benefits to eligible households until June 30th, 2023, or until the public health emergency ends, whichever comes first. Check with your state or local SNAP office for more information.
Temporary Emergency Allotments (TEAs) for Food Stamps
The federal government provided Temporary Emergency Allotments (TEAs) to all Food Stamp recipients during the COVID-19 pandemic to help families afford food during the economic crisis. The TEAs were a temporary increase in food stamp benefits, which ended in February 2023.
Unfortunately, there is currently no information available regarding the provision of extra Food Stamps in May or any other month in 2023. The TEAs were a one-time measure that has concluded. If you are experiencing food insecurity or need assistance with food, you may consider exploring other available resources or seeking help from local food banks or community organizations.
For the most up-to-date information on Food Stamps benefits, eligibility, and any potential changes, you can visit the official website of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or contact your local SNAP office.
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