According to Marca, The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Texas provides essential support to low-income individuals and families by offering monthly benefits for food purchases. Here’s how the program works and who will be receiving payments in the third week of October.
How SNAP Works
Administered by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, SNAP claimants receive an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, known as the Lone Star Card. This card operates like a debit card, enabling recipients to buy approved food items at participating stores.
Eligible Food Items
SNAP benefits cover a wide range of essential food items, including:
- Fruits and Vegetables
- Meat and Poultry/Fish
- Dairy Products (such as milk and cheese)
- Staple Foods (including bread, cereal, rice, and pasta)
- Seeds and Plants (that produce food, like peas)
Prohibited Items
However, certain items cannot be purchased with SNAP benefits, including:
- Alcohol and Tobacco Products (beer, wine, liquor, cigarettes)
- Non-Food Items (pet food, cleaning supplies, paper products, toiletries)
- Vitamins and Supplements
- Hot/Prepared Foods
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility for SNAP is determined by several factors, including household income, size, and expenses. Typically, households must meet income guidelines, which are around 130% of the federal poverty level. Benefits are calculated based on household size and income, meaning larger households or those with lower incomes may receive more assistance, provided they meet additional criteria such as age restrictions, physical mobility, and work hours.
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Payment Schedule for October
SNAP funds are deposited monthly onto the Lone Star Card. For those wondering when they will receive their benefits this month, Texas has established an eligibility determination group (EDG) number system. Claimants can determine their payment dates based on the last two digits of their EDG number.
Payment Dates for October 2024
- EDG number 72-74: Payment on October 21
- EDG number 75-78: Payment on October 22
- EDG number 79-81: Payment on October 23
- EDG number 82-85: Payment on October 24
- EDG number 86-88: Payment on October 25
- EDG number 89-92: Payment on October 26
- EDG number 93-95: Payment on October 27
- EDG number 96-99: Payment on October 28
By checking their EDG number and corresponding payment date, Texas residents can plan accordingly for their SNAP benefits.
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