For the 3.7 million low-income Texans reliant on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), knowing the payment date is crucial.
Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) facilitates this distribution, but understanding your payment date starts with knowing your Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number.
SNAP Distribution Schedule
The distribution of SNAP resources by HHSC occurs between the 1st and 28th of each month, depending on the last two digits of your EDG number.
This unique identifier can be found on the acceptance letter you received from HHSC or by calling 800-777-7328 for verification.
This week, individuals with EDG numbers ending from 00 to 24 will receive their SNAP benefits, adhering to the following schedule:
- EDG Numbers Ending in 00-03: Payment Date 1
- EDG Numbers Ending in 04-06: Payment Date 2
- EDG Numbers Ending in 07-10: Payment Date 3
- EDG Numbers Ending in 11-13: Payment Date 4
- EDG Numbers Ending in 14-17: Payment Date 5
- EDG Numbers Ending in 18-20: Payment Date 6
- EDG Numbers Ending in 21-24: Payment Date 7
To manage your SNAP benefits efficiently, it’s essential to stay informed about your Lone Star Card balance.
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SNAP Benefits Eligible Purchases Explained
The Lone Star Card, which functions similarly to the Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card utilized in other states, receives benefits from HHSC, including SNAP and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). With every purchase, your card balance is clearly printed on your receipt.
As an alternative, you can check your card balance before making any transactions by using the Texas Benefits mobile app, going to YourTexasBenefits.com, or calling the Lone Star Helpdesk at 800-777-7328.
Food, seeds, and plants that produce food are among the qualifying things that can be purchased using SNAP payments, sometimes known as food stamps. The Lone Star Card is accepted by the majority of large grocery chains in Texas, guaranteeing easy access to necessities.
The USDA’s online merchant locator can also help you locate other approved SNAP retailers nearby. Through a thorough grasp of your payment date and efficient management of your Lone Star Card, you can guarantee prompt access to the essential nutrition assistance offered by the Texas SNAP program.
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