SNAP payments in July: Complete dates for each state
Payments for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are being prepared for the month of July. Here are the payment dates for each state.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, formerly known as food stamps, are a form of federal assistance designed to help low-income or no-income individuals and families purchase nutritious food.
Although it’s a federal program, SNAP is administered by the state, which is why payment dates vary across the country. The financial assistance is given to beneficiaries in all 50 states, Washington D.C., and overseas territories like Guam and Puerto Rico.
SNAP benefits help improve food security and nutrition among those who need it most, and aim to reduce hunger and associated health problems. They also stimulate local economies by increasing demand for food and grocery products.
The money can be used to buy food items such as fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, bread, cereals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. It cannot be used to purchase alcohol, tobacco, hot prepared foods, or non-food items like pet food, soaps, and household supplies.
READ. ALSO: The most hydrating fruit for a hot day
In Michigan, SNAP theft has gone up 32%: Here's how to protect benefits https://t.co/mWNo4729hD
— Detroit Free Press (@freep) June 27, 2024
READ ALSO: Walgreens to close substantial number of locations
Who qualifies for SNAP benefits?
To be eligible for the program, individuals and families must meet certain income and resource criteria. Eligibility is generally based on household size, income, expenses, and other factors such as employment status.
Interested parties can apply for SNAP benefits through their state’s SNAP office or online via their state’s website. The application process involves providing information about income, expenses, and household composition.
Some people are required to meet certain work requirements or participate in a work program to receive the benefits. It is best to check with your state office to see if these apply to you.
Here is the list of dates for SNAP payments in each state and territory:
| STATE | DATES |
|---|---|
| Alabama | July 4 to 23 |
| Alaska | July 1 |
| Arizona | July 1 to 13 |
| Arkansas | July 4 to 13 |
| California | July 1 to 10 |
| Colorado | July 1 to 10 |
| Connecticut | July 1 to 3 |
| Delaware | July 2 to 23 |
| District of Columbia | July 1 to 10 |
| Florida | July 1 to 28 |
| Georgia | July 5 to 23 |
| Guam | July 1 to 10 |
| Hawaii | July 3 to 5 |
| Idaho | July 1 to 10 |
| Illinois | July 1 to 20 |
| Indiana | July 5 to 23 |
| Iowa | July 1 to 10 |
| Kansas | July 1 to 10 |
| Kentucky | July 1 to 19 |
| Louisiana | July 1 to 23 |
| Maine | July 10 to 14 |
| Maryland | July 4 to 23 |
| Massachusetts | July 1 to 14 |
| Michigan | July 3 to 21 |
| Minnesota | July 4 to 13 |
| Mississippi | July 4 to 21 |
| Missouri | July 1 to 22 |
| Montana | July 2 to 6 |
| Nebraska | July 1 to 5 |
| Nevada | July 1 to 10 |
| New Hampshire | July 5 |
| New Jersey | July 1 to 5 |
| New Mexico | July 1 to 20 |
| New York | July 1 to 9 |
| North Carolina | July 3 to 21 |
| North Dakota | July 1 |
| Ohio | July 2 to 20 |
| Oklahoma | July 1 to 10 |
| Oregon | July 1 to 9 |
| Pennsylvania | July 3 to 14 |
| Puerto Rico | July 4 to July 22 |
| Rhode Island | July 1 |
| South Carolina | July 1 to 19 |
| South Dakota | July 10 |
| Tennessee | July 1 to 20 |
| Texas | July 1 to 28 |
| Utah | July 5, 11 and 15 |
| Virgin Islands | July 1 |
| Vermont | July 1 |
| Virginia | July 1 to 7 |
| Washington | July 1 to 20 |
| West Virginia: | July 1 to 9 |
| Wisconsin | July 1 to 15 |
| Wyoming | July 1 to 4 |
Complete your personal details to comment
Your opinion will be published with first and last names