SNAP Benefits in November: Up to $1,756 for Families, December Payments Could Reach $3,516

According to Vibes.okdiario , The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed that only a few remaining SNAP payments will be issued in the 48 contiguous states for November 2024. December will see food stamps issued starting from the very first day of the month, with the new cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) reflected in the payments.

For families of eight, the COLA increase means they can receive up to $1,756 in SNAP benefits in the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia. However, maximum SNAP payments will be higher in states like Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In Alaska, a family of eight may receive up to $3,516 in December, if eligible.

Remaining SNAP Payments in November 2024

As of now, 17 states and Puerto Rico are still issuing SNAP payments for November. Here are the dates:

Alabama: November 4-23
Delaware: November 2-23
Florida: November 1-28
Georgia: November 5-23
Indiana: November 5-23
Kentucky: November 1-19
Louisiana: November 1-23
Maryland: November 4-23
Michigan: November 3-21
Mississippi: November 4-21
Missouri: November 1-22
New Mexico: November 1-20
North Carolina: November 3-21
Ohio: November 2-20
Tennessee: November 1-20
Texas: November 1-28
Washington: November 1-20
Puerto Rico: November 4-22

SNAP Payment Dates for December 2024

SNAP payments will begin early in December, with different states having their own payout schedules. Some states like Alaska and Vermont issue payments on December 1st. Here are the dates for December:

Alabama: December 4-23
Alaska: December 1
Arizona: December 1-13
Arkansas: December 4-13
California: December 1-10
Colorado: December 1-10
Connecticut: December 1-3
Delaware: December 2-23
Florida: December 1-28
Georgia: December 5-23
Hawaii: December 3-5
Idaho: December 1-10
Illinois: December 1-10
Indiana: December 5-23
Iowa: December 1-10
Kansas: December 1-10
Kentucky: December 1-19
Louisiana: December 1-23
Maine: December 10-14
Maryland: December 4-23
Massachusetts: December 1-14
Michigan: December 3-21
Minnesota: December 4-13
Mississippi: December 4-21
Missouri: December 1-22
Montana: December 2-6
Nebraska: December 1-5
Nevada: December 1-10
New Hampshire: December 5
New Jersey: December 1-5
New Mexico: December 1-20
New York: December 1-9
North Carolina: December 3-21
North Dakota: December 1
Ohio: December 2-20
Oklahoma: December 1-10
Oregon: December 1-9
Pennsylvania: December paydays over the first 10 business days
Rhode Island: December 1
South Carolina: December 1-10
South Dakota: December 10
Tennessee: December 1-20
Texas: December 1-28
Utah: December 5, 11, and 15
Vermont: December 1
Virginia: December 1-7
Washington: December 1-20
West Virginia: December 1-9
Wisconsin: December 1-15
Wyoming: December 1-4
Guam: December 1-10
Puerto Rico: December 4-22
The District of Columbia: December 1-10
The U.S. Virgin Islands: December 1

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SNAP Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for maximum SNAP benefits, households must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Income Limits:

Gross Income: Households must have gross monthly income at or below 130% of the federal poverty line (FPL). For a family of four, this is $3,380 per month (for the period of Oct. 1, 2024 – Sept. 30, 2025).
Net Income: Net monthly income (after deductions) must be at or below 100% FPL. For a family of four, this is $2,600 per month.
Elderly/Disabled Members: Households with an elderly (60+) or disabled member only need to meet the net income test.

Resource Limits:

Countable Resources: Households may have $3,000 in resources (e.g., bank accounts). If the household includes an elderly or disabled member, the resource limit increases to $4,500.
Exempt Resources: Resources like the home value are not counted.

Work Requirements:

Able-bodied adults without dependents (aged 18-52) must work or participate in a work program for at least 20 hours a week to be eligible for SNAP benefits for more than three months within a 36-month period.
Exemptions: Certain groups, including children, seniors, disabled individuals, and pregnant women, are exempt from work requirements.

These payments play a critical role in supporting families in need. Ensure you check the payment schedule for your state and confirm your eligibility to maximize benefits.

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