The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, plays a crucial role in assisting low-income households in Texas and across the United States.
As we approach August 2024, many Texans are eager to know when their SNAP benefits will be deposited. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the SNAP payment schedule for August 2024.
Payment Schedule for August 2024
In Texas, SNAP payments are issued on a staggered basis throughout the month, starting from the 1st and continuing until the 28th. This staggered schedule can sometimes lead to confusion among recipients regarding the exact date they will receive their benefits.
Payment Dates
The payment dates for SNAP benefits in Texas for August 2024 are determined by the last two digits of the recipient’s Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number.
| Last Two Digits of EDG Number | Payment Date |
| 00-03 | August 1 |
| 04-06 | August 2 |
| 07-10 | August 3 |
| 11-13 | August 4 |
| 14-17 | August 5 |
| 18-20 | August 6 |
| 21-24 | August 7 |
| 25-27 | August 8 |
| 28-31 | August 9 |
| 32-34 | August 10 |
| 35-38 | August 11 |
| 39-41 | August 12 |
| 42-45 | August 13 |
| 46-49 | August 14 |
| 50-53 | August 15 |
| 54-57 | August 16 |
| 58-60 | August 17 |
| 61-64 | August 18 |
| 65-67 | August 19 |
| 68-71 | August 20 |
| 72-74 | August 21 |
| 75-78 | August 22 |
| 79-81 | August 23 |
| 82-85 | August 24 |
| 86-88 | August 25 |
| 89-92 | August 26 |
| 93-95 | August 27 |
| 96-99 | August 28 |
This staggered payment system allows the Texas HHSC to manage the distribution of benefits more effectively, ensuring that all eligible recipients receive their assistance in a timely manner.
Eligibility and Benefit Amounts
To qualify for SNAP benefits in Texas, individuals must meet certain income and asset requirements. The amount of SNAP benefits received depends on the size of the household, with larger families receiving higher amounts.Here are the maximum SNAP benefit amounts for August 2024:
- $291 for single-member families
- $535 for two-member families
- $766 for a family of three
- $973 for a family of four
- $1,155 for a family of five
Is Texas Getting Extra Food Stamps for This Month?
As of now, Texas is not receiving extra food stamps for the month of August 2024. Unlike several other states participating in the SUN Bucks program, which provides additional benefits for families with school-age children during the summer months, Texas has opted out of this initiative.
This means that while families in states like California, Illinois, and Pennsylvania may receive an extra $120 per eligible child, Texas SNAP recipients will not see this additional support this month.
Special Circumstances
In some cases, SNAP payments may be issued more quickly, such as for expedited applications, regular applications certified on or after the 25th day, or benefits ordered by a hearing officer decision that requires a priority issuance.
Additionally, households in which all members are either older adults (age 60 and older) or people with disabilities are eligible to participate in the Texas Simplified Application Project (TSAP), which makes the SNAP application process easier and provides three years of benefits at a time instead of six months.
Replacement Benefits Due to Hurricane Beryl
However, Texas SNAP recipients affected by Hurricane Beryl can claim replacement benefits for food lost due to the disaster. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has extended the deadline for these claims, allowing affected individuals until August 8 to submit requests for replacement food vouchers.
This extension is in response to the severe impact of the hurricane, which caused significant damage across various counties in Texas.
Remember, SNAP benefits can only be used for eligible food items and cannot be used for hot foods, alcohol, cigarettes, or non-food items.