SNAP Benefits in Texas Finally August and September 2023 Payment Schedule Is Ready

SNAP Benefits in Texas Finally August and September 2023 Payment Schedule Is Ready.The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, aims to address food insecurity in the United States by providing funds to qualifying families to purchase nutritious food.

SNAP Benefits in Texas Finally August and September 2023 Payment Schedule Is Ready

In Texas, beneficiaries receive these funds through an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card each month. If you’re a SNAP recipient in Texas, here are the payment dates for August 2023 according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) calendar.

SNAP Deposit Schedule for August 2023

In Texas, SNAP deposits to EBT cards are made between the 1st and 15th of every month. The specific day you receive your benefits depends on the last digit of your Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number. It’s important to note that during August 2023, there are no federal holidays that would affect the payment schedule. However, if your payment date falls on a weekend, you may receive benefits on the Friday before or the Monday after the scheduled date.

Payment Dates Based on EDG Number (Approved before June 1, 2020):

• 0: Tuesday, August 1
• 1: Thursday, August 3
• 2: Saturday, August 5
• 3: Sunday, August 6
• 4: Monday, August 7
• 5: Wednesday, August 9
• 6: Friday, August 11
• 7: Saturday, August 12
• 8: Sunday, August 13
• 9: Tuesday, August 15

Payment Dates Based on EDG Number’s Last Two Digits (Approved after June 1, 2020):

• 00-03: Wednesday, August 16
• 04-06: Thursday, August 17
• 07-10: Friday, August 18
• 11-13: Saturday, August 19
• 14-17: Sunday, August 20
• 18-20: Monday, August 21
• 21-24: Tuesday, August 22
• 25-27: Wednesday, August 23
• 28-31: Thursday, August 24
• 32-34: Friday, August 25
• 35-38: Saturday, August 26
• 39-41: Sunday, August 27
• 42-45: Monday, August 28
• 46-49: Sunday, August 27
• 50-53: Monday, August 28
• 54-57: Wednesday, August 16
• 58-60: Thursday, August 17
• 61-64: Friday, August 18
• 65-67: Saturday, August 19
• 68-71: Sunday, August 20
• 72-74: Monday, August 21
• 75-78: Tuesday, August 22
• 79-81: Wednesday, August 23
• 82-85: Thursday, August 24
• 86-88: Friday, August 25
• 89-92: Saturday, August 26
• 93-95: Sunday, August 27
• 96-99: Monday, August 28

Helpline for Non-Receipt of Benefits

If you haven’t received your Texas food stamps this month, you can contact the Texas Lone Star Card (EBT) service phone number at 1-877-541-7905. Knowledgeable representatives are available to assist with inquiries about benefits, EBT card usage, and other program-related questions. The helpline operates Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. Provide relevant details, and the customer service representative will investigate the issue and guide you to resolve the problem.

New Work Requirements for SNAP Benefits in Texas

Starting in September, the SNAP program in Texas will introduce new work requirements for individuals aged 51 and under without dependents or disabilities. They must engage in at least 80 hours of work per month to maintain eligibility for food stamps. The age threshold for these requirements will gradually increase to 53 in October and 55 in 2024. Approximately 44,000 Texans may be affected by these changes, as reported by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.