This month, 3.4 million Texans relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eagerly await their benefit payments to help them purchase essential items. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) distributes these benefits through the Lone Star Card, functioning like a debit card for beneficiaries.
There have been recent changes to SNAP benefits eligibility criteria, with benefits distributed between the 1st and 28th of the month based on each recipient’s Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number. This number determines the payment date, crucial for beneficiaries to note. If a household’s benefits are pro-rated at application, the pro-rated amount and the following monthly allotment may be issued as one deposit into the EBT account, streamlining the process and ensuring efficient delivery.
The system in place assigns specific days for benefit deposits based on the last two digits of the SNAP EDG number. For the week of March 4-10, people with EDG numbers ending in certain digits will receive their benefits on specific days according to the schedule outlined by HHSC.
Overall, this system aims to provide beneficiaries with a clear timeline for when they can expect assistance, helping with planning and budgeting. It also helps manage the workload for processing applications, ensuring Texans in need receive timely support.
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