SNAP Recipients – $292 in Food Stamps Issued Through Oct. 28, How to Claim Them

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) payments help millions of families in the United States access nutritious food. With the payment schedules varying by state, it’s essential for beneficiaries to be aware of the distribution dates to manage their food budgets. In October 2024, SNAP payments will continue through October 28, after which recipients will need to wait until November for their next distribution. Here’s an overview of SNAP payment schedules for both months, including which states will be sending out food stamp benefits later in October and early November.

October Payment Schedules

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) allows each state to determine its own SNAP payment schedules, leading to different distribution dates across the country. Here is a list of states and their payment schedules for October:

State	October Payment Dates
Alabama	October 4-23
Delaware	October 2-23
Florida	October 1-28
Georgia	October 5-23
Indiana	October 5-23
Louisiana	October 1-23
Maryland	October 4-23
Michigan	October 3-21
Minnesota	October 4-13
Mississippi	October 4-21
Missouri	October 1-22
North Carolina	October 3-21
Texas	October 1-28
Puerto Rico	October 4-22

Most states will complete their SNAP distributions by October 28, except for two that may take slightly longer. States like New Mexico, Tennessee, and Ohio issued payments as late as October 20, so recipients should check their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards for updates.

November Payment Schedules

For those anticipating November payments, here’s a rundown of when states will be issuing their food stamp benefits:

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State	November Payment Dates
Alabama	November 4-23
Alaska	November 1
Arizona	November 1-13
Arkansas	November 4-13
California	November 1-10
Colorado	November 1-10
Connecticut	November 1-3
Delaware	November 2-23
Florida	November 1-28
Georgia	November 5-23
Hawaii	November 3-5
Idaho	November 1-10
Illinois	November 1-10
Indiana	November 5-23
Iowa	November 1-10
Kansas	November 1-10
Kentucky	November 1-19
Louisiana	November 1-23
Maine	November 10-14
Maryland	November 4-23
Massachusetts	November 1-14
Michigan	November 3-21
Minnesota	November 4-13
Mississippi	November 4-21
Missouri	November 1-22
Montana	November 2-6
Nebraska	November 1-5
Nevada	November 1-10
New Hampshire	November 5
New Jersey	November 1-5
New Mexico	November 1-20
New York	November 1-9
North Carolina	November 3-21
North Dakota	November 1
Ohio	November 2-20
Oklahoma	November 1-10
Oregon	November 1-9
Pennsylvania	First 10 business days
Rhode Island	November 1
South Carolina	November 1-10
South Dakota	November 10
Tennessee	November 1-20
Texas	November 1-28
Utah	November 5, 11, 15
Vermont	November 1
Virginia	November 1-7
Washington	November 1-20
West Virginia	November 1-9
Wisconsin	November 1-15
Wyoming	November 1-4
Guam	November 1-10
Puerto Rico	November 4-22
District of Columbia	November 1-10
U.S. Virgin Islands	November 1

SNAP Benefits

To maximize your SNAP benefits, consider participating in programs like Double Up Food Bucks, which allows you to get extra value on fruits and vegetables. Being aware of your payment schedule is vital, but using additional programs can help you stretch your food dollars even further.

For those new to the program or unsure of their state’s distribution dates, it’s a good idea to check the SNAP calendar and file for benefits if you meet the low-income requirements.

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