The distribution of extra Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, benefits for the month varies depending on the state. In general, most states issue the extra benefits on a specific date each month, typically between the 1st and the 20th. To find out the exact date for your state, you can check the state’s SNAP website or contact the local SNAP office. Some states may also provide information about the extra benefits through social media or email alerts. It’s important to note that the schedule for issuing extra SNAP benefits can change, so it’s always a good idea to check with the appropriate authorities for the most up-to-date information.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Issuance Schedule
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families. SNAP benefits are distributed through electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards, which can be used to purchase food at authorized retailers.
SNAP benefits are typically issued on a monthly basis. The exact day that benefits are issued varies by state. To find out when SNAP benefits are issued in your state, you can visit the SNAP website or contact your local SNAP office.
SNAP Issuance Schedule
| State | Issuance Day |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 1st of the month |
| Alaska | 3rd Wednesday of the month |
| Arizona | 1st of the month |
| Arkansas | 15th of the month |
| California | 1st of the month |
| Colorado | 1st of the month |
| Connecticut | 1st of the month |
| Delaware | 1st of the month |
| District of Columbia | 1st of the month |
| Florida | 1st of the month |
| Georgia | 1st of the month |
| Hawaii | 1st of the month |
| Idaho | 1st of the month |
| Illinois | 1st of the month |
| Indiana | 1st of the month |
| Iowa | 1st of the month |
| Kansas | 1st of the month |
| Kentucky | 1st of the month |
| Louisiana | 1st of the month |
| Maine | 1st of the month |
| Maryland | 1st of the month |
| Massachusetts | 1st of the month |
| Michigan | 1st of the month |
| Minnesota | 1st of the month |
| Mississippi | 1st of the month |
| Missouri | 1st of the month |
| Montana | 1st of the month |
| Nebraska | 1st of the month |
| Nevada | 1st of the month |
| New Hampshire | 1st of the month |
| New Jersey | 1st of the month |
| New Mexico | 1st of the month |
| New York | 1st of the month |
| North Carolina | 1st of the month |
| North Dakota | 1st of the month |
| Ohio | 1st of the month |
| Oklahoma | 1st of the month |
| Oregon | 1st of the month |
| Pennsylvania | 1st of the month |
| Puerto Rico | 1st of the month |
| Rhode Island | 1st of the month |
| South Carolina | 1st of the month |
| South Dakota | 1st of the month |
| Tennessee | 1st of the month |
| Texas | 1st of the month |
| Utah | 1st of the month |
| Vermont | 1st of the month |
| Virginia | 1st of the month |
| Washington | 1st of the month |
| West Virginia | 1st of the month |
| Wisconsin | 1st of the month |
| Wyoming | 1st of the month |
Emergency Allotment (EA) for COVID-19 Pandemic
In March 2020, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) authorized Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Emergency Allotments (EAs) to provide additional food assistance to households during the COVID-19 pandemic. These monthly EAs were provided in addition to the regular SNAP benefits. The USDA planned to distribute these EAs until September 2023, but in January 2023, the USDA announced that these payments would end in February 2023 due to the improvement in economic conditions.
Currently, there are no additional SNAP benefits or EAs scheduled for distribution in the upcoming months.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will I receive an additional SNAP benefit in February 2023?
- When will the EAs end?
- Why are the EAs ending?
- What should I do if I need food assistance after the EAs end?
Yes, if you were eligible for SNAP benefits in January 2023, you will receive an additional EA in February 2023.
The EAs will end in February 2023.
The EAs are ending due to the improvement in economic conditions.
If you need food assistance after the EAs end, you should contact your local SNAP office to see if you are eligible for regular SNAP benefits.
| State | End Date |
|---|---|
| All States | February 2023 |
Thanks for joining me in discussing the topic of extra food stamps this month. I know it can be confusing to keep track of all the different dates and deadlines, so I hope this article helped shed some light on the matter. If you have any more questions or concerns, I encourage you to head over to your local Department of Human Services office. I appreciate you taking the time to read my article, and I hope you’ll visit again soon for more informative and engaging content. In the meantime, stay informed, stay safe, and keep an eye out for those extra food stamps!