Emergency SNAP benefits are continuing in 32 states this June.
The additional benefit is at least $95.
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Changes in Emergency Allotments
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will continue to send extra money to beneficiaries in 32 states. This Emergency Allotment (EA) is given in addition to the monthly benefit.
The size of the benefit varies from family to family, but the minimum EA is $95– on top of their regular monthly benefit. The money is added to the recipient’s electronic benefits transfer (EBT) card.
During the pandemic, SNAP agencies began providing emergency allotments (EA) each month. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees SNAP, has extended the public health emergency through July 15, 2022. The classification of public health emergency is what allows for EA distribution, which is why it may be extended again.
However, some states, like Nebraska and Tennessee, have already phased out the additional benefit. But, there are some states paying the EA through June.
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States seeing the additional SNAP benefits in June
Washington, DC and Guam are offering the EA SNAP benefit in addition these states:
Alabama
Alaska
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Georgia
Hawaii
Illinois
Kansas
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
New Hampshire
New Jersey
Ohio
North Carolina
New York
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Who qualifies for SNAP?
In the US, more than 41.5million Americans receive SNAP benefits every month. you must apply for SNAP in yours state and meet the state-specific criteria.
According to the USDA, the maximum monthly allotment is based on household size. For example, the maximum allotment is $835 for a family of four. However, each state has a different application form and process.
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