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In Texas, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly to low-income families and individuals to purchase basic food. This benefit is managed by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), which deposits the funds on the Lone Star card, a type of debit card that can be used at authorized stores, and even for online purchases.
Unlike other states where payments are issued on the same day for all beneficiaries, Texas uses a staggered distribution system. This means that deposits are made on different dates throughout the month, based on the last two digits of the SNAP case number (EDG). This schedule is designed to avoid system overloads and facilitate orderly access to resources.
Who receives SNAP in the first week of June?
During the first week of June 2025, beneficiaries whose EDG numbers end in digits 00 to 17 will be receiving their payments. This corresponds to the dates from June 1 to 5, according to the following breakdown:
- Day 1: endings 00-03
- Day 2: 04-06
- Day 3: 07-10
- Day 4: 11-13
- Day 5: 14-17
This pattern of issuance will continue until the 28th of the month, when the last payments are processed for cases ending in 96-99. It should be noted that households that were certified before May 1, 2023, retain their original payment schedule, unless they have had a disruption of six months or more in their benefits.
Requirements, amounts and conditions of SNAP in Texas
The SNAP program in Texas is aimed at low-income households that meet certain economic and work criteria. In general, adults aged 18 to 52 without children at home can only receive benefits for three months in a three-year period unless they work at least 20 hours per week or participate in an approved training program. There are exceptions for people who are disabled, pregnant or elderly.
In of financial , the monthly amount varies according to the size of the household. For example, a one-person household can receive up to $291, while a family of four can receive up to $973. Households that meet special requirements may qualify for simplified processes, such as the Texas Simplified Application Project (TSAP), which allows access to benefits for three continuous years.
SNAP recipients in Texas should be aware of their assigned payment date, check their balance at YourTexasBenefits.com, and keep their information up to date to avoid delays. In the event of emergencies or special situations, such as loss or destruction of benefits, the state provides for priority issuance to ensure that people do not go without access to food.