According to Vibes.okdiario , For those relying on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), formerly known as food stamps, it’s important to know when your December benefits will be delivered. The exact payment schedule can vary depending on the state you live in, and in some cases, payments may extend over a few weeks. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect for your SNAP benefits in December:
SNAP Payment Dates for December
While many states issue SNAP payments during the first week of December, there are a few exceptions. The two states that won’t begin deliveries until mid-December are Maine (Dec. 10-14) and South Dakota (Dec. 10). The rest of the states will issue benefits throughout the month, with some starting as early as December 1st.
Here’s a comprehensive list of states and their SNAP distribution dates for December 2024:
- Alabama: December 4 to 23
- Alaska: December 1
- Arizona: December 1 to 13
- Arkansas: December 4 to 13
- California: December 1 to 10
- Colorado: December 1 to 10
- Connecticut: December 1 to 3
- Delaware: December 2 to 23
- Florida: December 1 to 28
- Georgia: December 5 to 23
- Hawaii: December 3 to 5
- Idaho: December 1 to 10
- Illinois: December 1 to 10
- Indiana: December 5 to 23
- Iowa: December 1 to 10
- Kansas: December 1 to 10
- Kentucky: December 1 to 19
- Louisiana: December 1 to 23
- Maryland: December 4 to 23
- Massachusetts: December 1 to 14
- Michigan: December 3 to 21
- Minnesota: December 4 to 13
- Mississippi: December 4 to 21
- Missouri: December 1 to 22
- Montana: December 2 to 6
- Nebraska: December 1 to 5
- Nevada: December 1 to 10
- New Hampshire: December 5
- New Jersey: December 1 to 5
- New Mexico: December 1 to 20
- New York: December 1 to 9
- North Carolina: December 3 to 21
- North Dakota: December 1
- Ohio: December 2 to 20
- Oklahoma: December 1 to 10
- Oregon: December 1 to 9
- Pennsylvania: First 10 business days of December
- Rhode Island: December 1
- South Carolina: December 1 to 10
- Tennessee: December 1 to 20
- Texas: December 1 to 28
- Utah: December 5, 11, and 15
- Vermont: December 1
- Virginia: December 1 to 7
- Washington: December 1 to 20
- West Virginia: December 1 to 9
- Wisconsin: December 1 to 15
- Wyoming: December 1 to 4
- Guam: December 1 to 10
- Puerto Rico: December 4 to 22
- The District of Columbia: December 1 to 10
- The U.S. Virgin Islands: December 1
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Maximum SNAP Benefits for December 2024
The SNAP benefit amounts for December 2024 will remain unchanged from the previous period, as they will be in effect until September 30, 2025. The maximum benefit a single person can receive in the 48 contiguous states is up to $292.
For those with larger households, the benefit amount increases significantly. A family of 8, for example, may qualify for as much as $1,756 in SNAP benefits.
Alaska, due to its higher cost of living, will continue to send the largest SNAP benefits. Residents in rural parts of Alaska (Rural 2) can receive up to $586 as an individual, or up to $3,516 for an 8-person household. Additionally, Hawaii, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands will provide larger payments to help offset the higher inflation rates in these regions.
What This Means for Recipients
As December approaches, it’s important to plan your grocery shopping according to your state’s SNAP payment schedule to avoid any delays or disruptions in purchasing food. Be sure to check the dates when your benefits will be deposited and ensure you’re aware of any updates from local agencies.
SNAP recipients should also budget accordingly, as some states may issue payments across multiple days or weeks. If you’re in a state with longer payment periods (such as Florida or Texas), it’s crucial to manage your budget throughout the month to stretch your benefits.
If you live in one of the states with a later payment schedule or larger benefit amounts, this may help you better plan for the upcoming holiday season.
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