The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, continues to be a vital resource for low-income households in Texas by distributing hundreds of millions of dollars to those who need a little help to make ends meet and cover all your basic expenses.
This program, administered through the Lone Star Card, allows beneficiaries to purchase basic foods and seeds for cultivation, although it excludes non-edible products and prepared meals.
Who Do you receive SNAP benefits in Texas?
SNAP is designed to support people with economic hardship, including childless adults, people with disabilities, and pregnant women. Benefits are granted for periods of three months, extendable if the beneficiary meets work or training requirements.
In Texas, households with elderly or disabled adults can access the Simplified Application Project (TSAP), which simplifies the process and offers benefits for three years without having to go through the recertification process every six months, as they have to do other homes that do not meet the requirements.
Beneficiaries between 16 and 59 years old must comply with labor standards, such as seeking employment or participating in training programs. Quitting a job without justification may result in loss of benefits. Additionally, the program offers additional amounts for households made up exclusively of seniors or people with disabilities, ensuring longer and more stable support.
Payment date for EBT Lone Star Card beneficiaries
Payment dates for February are delivered to families across 28 dates each month, based on the last digit of the Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) during the first 15 days of the month.
For example, beneficiaries with EDG ending in 0 will receive their funds on February 1, while those with EDG ending in 9 will receive their funds on February 15. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) recommends checking the exact date on the award letter (TF0001). The maximum benefits for a family of four is set at $975, while for a family of eight members is $1,756.
Payment schedule for the upcoming dates:
- EDG finished at 1: February 3
- EDG finished in 2: February 5
- EDG finished at 3: February 6
- EDG finished at 4: February 7
- EDG finished at 5: February 9
- EDG finished at 6: 11 February
- EDG finished at 7: 12 February
- EDG finished at 8: 13 February
- EDG finished at 9: 15 February
If you do not receive your Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits on time in Texas, contact the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Call 1-800-252-8263 (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) or 1-877-324-2798 for the hearing impaired. You can also visit a local office, log in to your account at YourTexasBenefits.com, or use the mobile app to check your benefit status and send secure messages.
Be sure to check your payment date based on the last digit of your Eligibility Determination Group (EDG). If benefits do not appear on your Lone Star Card, report the problem immediately. Have your case number and relevant documentation ready when contacting HHSC. If the delay persists, request a formal hearing to resolve the situation. HHSC is committed to ensuring that beneficiaries receive their funds in a timely manner.
