“New SNAP Benefits: Updated Maximum Amounts of $291-$581 Starting August 1”

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP—better known as food stamps—are out for July. Some states, like Florida and Texas, prolonged dispersions until ending on the 28th of July. However, many states and US territories concluded July deliveries. Now, we’re going to look at how SNAP payments are handled in different areas, especially in early August.

The SNAP payment plans and sums differ because of the state differences in inflation and cost of living. For example, states such as Hawaii and Alaska have higher inflation and thus cost of living, which determines the SNAP pay.

August Payments

Alaska distributes its most SNAP payments on the first day of August. Unlike other states, Alaska only pays on the first day of every month. In Alaska’s rural Area 2, an individual will receive a maximum benefit of $581 and a family of eight will receive up to $3,487.

Other States’ Schedules

Many states and areas also begin issuing SNAP benefits on August 1.These states include Vermont, Rhode Island, North Dakota, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In these states, a maximum of one person is $291, while in the U.S., it becomes a maximum of $375 for one person in the Virgin Islands.

Payment Dates

SNAP benefits are loaded onto EBT cards, and each state has its own specific distribution plan. Below are details on the start dates of distribution in various states.

State	Distribution Dates
Arizona	August 1-13
California	August 1-10
Colorado	August 1-10
Connecticut	August 1-3
Florida	August 1-28
Guam	August 1-10
Idaho	August 1-10
Illinois	August 1-10
Iowa	August 1-10
Kansas	August 1-10
Kentucky	August 1-19
Louisiana	August 1-23
Massachusetts	August 1-14
Missouri	August 1-22
Nebraska	August 1-5
Nevada	August 1-10
New Jersey	August 1-5
New Mexico	August 1-20
Oklahoma	August 1-10
Oregon	August 1-9
South Carolina	August 1-10
Tennessee	August 1-20
Texas	August 1-28
The District of Columbia	August 1-10
Virginia	August 1-7
Washington	August 1-20
West Virginia	August 1-9
Wisconsin	August 1-15
Wyoming	August 1-4

SNAP Status

If you want to check on the status of your SNAP application or the benefit amount, then here it goes:

Online Portal:

If you applied online, log into the portal of your state’s SNAP and check for application status.

Local SNAP Office:

Contact your local SNAP office or your state’s SNAP customer service number if you have questions or need to check the status of a paper application.

EBT Card Balance:

• Look at your store purchase receipts.
• Log in to your state’s EBT card website or mobile app.
• Call the EBT Card Customer Service number on the back of your card.

Maintaining Benefits

After initial approval, complete the following steps to receive benefits:

• Provide necessary documents such as confirmation of income or residence.
• Complete a mid-certification review to confirm any changes midway through the benefit period.
• Complete a recertification and interview at the end of the benefit period.
• Keep your contact details up to date with your local SNAP office so you don’t miss important information.

Helpful Resources

If you need help with your SNAP application, here are some helpful resources:

SNAP State Information/Hotlines:

Find your state’s SNAP information, phone numbers and websites here.

Local SNAP Office:

You can apply in person by visiting the closest office near you.

Community Organizations:

Free assistance for applications with SNAP through local non-profits, food banks, and religious organizations in your area.

Online Guides:

• USDA SNAP
• Budget and Policy Priorities SNAP Guide
• Feeding America SNAP Assistance

A rather confusing understanding of your benefits, but knowing your state’s plan and steps you take in maintaining your benefits guarantees you get support for yourself and yours.

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