September SNAP payments worth up to $2,145 to be delivered in four states this Friday.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Payments: What You Need to Know
While most states send out Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments on a rolling basis, four states have a unique approach. Alaska, North Dakota, Rhode Island, and Vermont send benefits to all residents on the 1st of every month, regardless of their last name or case number. This sets them apart from other states that distribute benefits based on specific criteria.
Benefits for All
Combining these four states, approximately 348,400 people receive food stamps through the SNAP program. The average monthly payment per household member ranges from $183 to $271, depending on the state. These states reload SNAP benefits onto recipients’ electronic benefits transfer (EBT) cards each month, allowing them to purchase groceries, seeds, and plants at participating grocery stores, farmers markets, and select online retailers.
Unique SNAP Benefits in Alaska and Hawaii
Alaska and Hawaii have different payment amounts for SNAP benefits. In Alaska, the maximum monthly payment varies based on the region where a resident lives. The state is divided into three regions: Rural I, Rural II, and Urban. For example, households of one can receive a maximum payment of $293 in Rural I, $357 in Rural II, and $230 in Urban. On the other hand, households of eight can receive $1,762 in Rural I, $2,145 in Rural II, and $1,382 in Urban.
For North Dakota, Rhode Island, Vermont, and the remaining 45 states and Washington, D.C., the maximum SNAP payments are the same. A household of one can receive up to $281, a household of four can receive up to $939, and a household of eight can receive up to $1,691. An additional $211 is added for each additional household member.
SNAP benefits play a crucial role in supporting individuals and families in need. To learn more about this topic, click here to read more from The Washington Examiner.
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