As October unfolds, many recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are eagerly awaiting their payment schedules. This month, six states—Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, and Maryland—are set to deliver benefits to eligible households through their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. Below, we outline the payment schedules and eligibility criteria for each state.
Alabama
In Alabama, SNAP benefits are distributed based on the last two digits of the recipient’s case number. For October 2024, the payment schedule is as follows:
- October 15: Case numbers ending in 55-59.
- October 23: Case numbers ending in 95-99.
Recipients should check their case numbers to determine their eligibility and ensure timely access to their benefits.
Delaware
Delaware utilizes the first letter of recipients’ last names to determine their payment dates. The schedule for October is as follows:
- October 15: Last names beginning with N.
- October 16: Last names beginning with O.
- October 17: Last names beginning with P.
- October 18: Last names beginning with Q or R.
- October 19: Last names beginning with S.
For the remaining letters, the payments will continue through the end of the month, ensuring all recipients receive their benefits promptly.
Georgia
In Georgia, SNAP payments are based on the last two digits of the recipient’s identification number. Here’s the payment schedule for October:
- October 15: IDs ending in 50-59.
- October 17: IDs ending in 60-69.
- October 19: IDs ending in 70-79.
- October 21: IDs ending in 80-89.
- October 23: IDs ending in 90-99.
This structured approach allows Georgia residents to anticipate their benefit deposits easily.
Indiana
Indiana also uses the first letter of recipients’ names to organize the distribution of SNAP benefits. The payment schedule is as follows:
- October 15: Names beginning with M or N.
- October 17: Names beginning with O, P, Q, or R.
- October 19: Names beginning with S.
- October 21: Names beginning with T, U, or V.
- October 23: Names beginning with W, X, Y, or Z.
This system ensures that all recipients receive their benefits throughout the month.
Louisiana
In Louisiana, the last digit of the recipient’s Social Security Number determines when benefits are issued. The schedule for October is as follows:
- October 17: SSN ending in 6.
- October 19: SSN ending in 7.
- October 21: SSN ending in 8.
- October 23: SSN ending in 9.
Recipients should take note of their Social Security numbers to plan accordingly.
Maryland
Maryland organizes SNAP payments based on the first three letters of the recipients’ last names. The October schedule is as follows:
- October 15: Last names starting with LOY to MCO.
- October 16: Last names starting with MCP to NEF.
- October 17: Last names starting with NEG to PGZ.
- October 18: Last names starting with PHA to RIC.
- October 19: Last names starting with RID to SDZ.
- October 20: Last names starting with SEA to STC.
- October 21: Last names starting with STD to TRA.
- October 22: Last names starting with TRB to WES.
- October 23: Last names starting with WET to ZZZ.
This detailed breakdown allows Maryland residents to know exactly when to expect their benefits.
Conclusion
Understanding the SNAP payment schedules in these six states is crucial for recipients to manage their food resources effectively. By paying attention to the specific criteria and dates, households can ensure they receive their benefits in a timely manner. For any questions or updates, recipients should contact their local SNAP offices for assistance.