April will mark the receipt of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries’ subsequent payment, according to USDA officials.
It is important to mention that payments may be disbursed to various recipients on separate dates. While benefit administration is the responsibility of the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), the allocation of payments varies across US jurisdictions.
Empowering Nutrition
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds assist low-income individuals and families in purchasing nutritious meals. SNAP payments aim to simultaneously alleviate hunger and enhance the health and well-being of the most vulnerable members of society.
According to federal laws, a household’s resources and income must meet three requirements in order to be eligible for assistance.
Before program deductions, the gross monthly income of the household must be less than 130 percent of the poverty line. In 2024, the monthly poverty threshold for a three-person household will be $2,072; larger households will experience a greater prevalence of poverty.
After deducting expenses, the net income of the household must be a minimum of the federal poverty level.
Specific limits must be lowered on assets: the assets of a household must not exceed $2,750 if no one is 60 years of age or older or disabled, and $4,250 if one is included.
Residents should visit their local human services office or state human services agency for eligibility requirements and revisions prior to submitting their SNAP application. Upon acceptance, eligible households will receive their benefits electronically via an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card. You can use this card like a debit card to buy supplies at authorized retailers.
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April 2024 SNAP Benefit Adjustments Based on Household Size
In April 2024, the maximum monthly SNAP benefit amount will depend on the size of the household. Note that the subsequent amounts will expire in September of the current year.
Between October 2024 and September 2025, the USDA will then release the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), which will result in an increase in payments. The subsequent analysis pertains to family size:
- Single Person: $291
- 2 People: $535
- 3 People: $766
- 4 People: $973
- 5 People: $1,155
- 6 People: $1,386
- 7 People: $1,532
- 8 People: $1,751
For those eagerly awaiting their April SNAP payments, here are the confirmed distribution dates for each state:
| State | SNAP Payments |
| Alabama | April 4 to 23 |
| Alaska | April 1 |
| Arizona | April 1 to 13 |
| Arkansas | April 4 to 13 |
| California | April 1 to 10 |
| Colorado | April 1 to 10 |
| Connecticut | April 1 to 3 |
| Delaware | April 2 to 23 |
| District of Columbia | April 1 to 10 |
| Florida | April 1 to 28 |
| Georgia | April 5 to 23 |
| Guam | April 1 to 10 |
| Hawaii | April 3 to 5 |
| Idaho | April 1 to 10 |
| Illinois | April 1 to 10 |
| Indiana | April 5 to 23 |
| Iowa | April 1 to 10 |
| Kansas | April 1 to 10 |
| Kentucky | April 1 to 19 |
| Louisiana | April 1 to 23 |
| Maine | April 10-14 |
| Maryland | April 4 to 23 |
| Massachusetts | April 1 to 14 |
| Michigan | April 3 to 21 |
| Minnesota | April 4 to 13 |
| Mississippi | April 4 to 21 |
| Missouri | April 1 to 22 |
| Montana | April 2 to 6 |
| Nebraska | April 1 to 5 |
| Nevada | April 1 to 10 |
| New Hampshire | April 5 |
| New Jersey | April 1 to 5 |
| New Mexico | April 1 to 20 |
| New York | April 1 to 9 |
| North Carolina | April 3 to 21 |
| North Dakota | April 1 |
| Ohio | April 2 to 20 |
| Oklahoma | April 1 to 10 |
| Oregon | April 1 to 9 |
| Pennsylvania | April 3 to 14 |
| Puerto Rico | April 4 to April 22 |
| Rhode Island | April 1 |
| South Carolina | April 1 to 10 |
| South Dakota | April 10 |
| Tennessee | April 1 to 20 |
| Texas | April 1 to 28 |
| Utah | April 5, 11 and 15 |
| Virgin Islands | April 1 |
| Vermont | April 1 |
| Virginia | April 1 to 7 |
| Washington | April 1 to 20 |
| West Virginia | April 1 to 9 |
| Wisconsin | April 1 to 15 |
| Wyoming | April 1 to 4 |
Knowing these dates guarantees prompt access to necessary benefits. It is advised of SNAP participants to make appropriate notes on their calendars in order to prevent any delays in the delivery of their much-needed aid.
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