In 33 states the SNAP program is still providing emergency allotments.
The minimum emergency allotment is $95, in addition to the claimant’s monthly benefit.
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Changes in emergency allotments
Each SNAP recipient gets a different benefit based on household size and income. The monthly benefits become available on an electronic benefits transfer (EBT) card. During the pandemic, SNAP agencies started providing emergency allotments (EA) each month in addition to the recipient’s monthly benefit. The minimum EA is $95.
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees SNAP and has extended the funding for EAs through July 15, 2022. However, it may be extended again.
Some states like Nebraska and Tennessee, have already phased out the additional benefit.
What states are providing EA in June?
Washington, DC, Guam, and the Virgin Islands are providing EAs in addition to the following states:
Alabama
Alaska
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Georgia
Hawaii
Illinois
Kansas
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
North Carolina
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
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