COLA Boost: $768 SNAP Payment to Be Released Soon—See If Your State Qualifies
According to Vibes.okdiario, The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the remaining Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments for October. While some states have completed their SNAP distributions for the month, others still have several paydays left.
Eligible families could receive payments of up to $768 for a family of three or up to $975 for a family of four. Individuals may receive up to $292, and a family of eight could receive up to $1,756. These amounts reflect the 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase.
States Sending SNAP Payments in October
Here’s a list of states sending SNAP payments in October, along with the dates recipients can expect to receive their benefits:
- Alabama: October 4-23
- Delaware: October 2-23
- Florida: October 1-28
- Georgia: October 5-23
- Indiana: October 5-23
- Kentucky: October 1-19
- Louisiana: October 1-23
- Maryland: October 4-23
- Michigan: October 3-21
- Mississippi: October 4-21
- Missouri: October 1-22
- New Mexico: October 1-20
- North Carolina: October 3-21
- Ohio: October 2-20
- Tennessee: October 1-20
- Texas: October 1-28
- Washington: October 1-20
Puerto Rico will distribute SNAP benefits from October 4 through 22. For more detailed payment schedules and eligibility criteria for your state, visit the USDA’s official website.
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SNAP Payments for November
Some recipients may have already received their SNAP benefits for October, while others may receive their first payment in November. Below are the scheduled payment dates for each state in November:
- 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: Over the 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, and 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
Other areas including Puerto Rico, Guam, The District of Columbia, and The U.S. Virgin Islands also have their own schedules.
Average Payments After COLA Increase
While some recipients may not qualify for the maximum benefit amounts, most will still see an increase due to the 2025 COLA adjustment. For example, a family of three may receive an average payment of $594.
Documentation Required to Demonstrate SNAP Eligibility
To be eligible for SNAP benefits, applicants must meet both federal and state-specific income and resource requirements. States may have slight variations in their eligibility guidelines, but here are some common documentation requirements:
- Proof of Identity: Driver’s license, photo ID, passport, birth certificate, etc.
- Proof of Citizenship or Immigration Status: Birth certificates, Naturalization Certificates, or permanent resident cards.
- Social Security Number: Or proof that you’ve applied for one.
- Proof of Residency and Housing Costs: Current lease, rent receipt, mortgage statement, or letter from your landlord.
- Proof of Income: Pay stubs, benefit letters, tax returns, child support payments, and income documentation for all household members.
- Bank Statements: Proof of financial resources (certain assets like your home are generally not counted).
- Proof of Utility, Child Care, and Medical Costs: For elderly or disabled household members, any medical costs over $35 must be documented.
- Work Requirements: Able-bodied adults without dependents may need to meet work requirements. Exemptions apply to certain groups like children, seniors, and pregnant women.
By providing the required documents, you can demonstrate your eligibility and ensure your household receives the necessary support through SNAP.
