SNAP payment calendar by state in November 2023: Dates and increased amounts
A new month is approaching and with it a new round of SNAP payments. Find out the schedule for each state in November 2023 along with dates and amounts.
A new month is approaching and with it a new round of payments from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP.
Through the SNAP Program, the federal government provides financial assistance in the form of food stamps to the neediest families. The coupons are issued monthly to an electronic benefits transfer (EBT) debit card that is accepted in selected shops, supermarkets and markets on wheels.
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Increases in SNAP coupons: Amounts to receive in November
Like Social Security payments, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) makes an annual increase in the amount of coupons thanks to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Through this increase, it is ensured that the beneficiaries do not lose purchasing power in their payments when inflation is high.
The increase to the COLA for SNAP payments in 2024 was 3% and came into effect on October 1. With this, the maximum coupon benefit for an individual increased from $281 to $291 dollars per month. As for the rest of recipients, the maximum amount is as follows, which is based on the number of family members in the household:
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SNAP: Calendar and payment dates by state in November 2023
Although SNAP is a federal program, the truth is that its administration is the responsibility of state governments, so the requirements and status dates vary from state to state across the nation.
Below, you will find the calendar with the payment dates for SNAP benefits by state for November 2023: