Thousands of families in the United States rely heavily on the SNAP program. SNAP has benefited individuals by providing food stamps to purchase at various stores, and as if that weren’t enough, it promotes healthy eating, which is desperately needed in the country.
While each state can implement specific measures and changes to the SNAP program, the core guidelines are consistent and include restrictions on foods deemed unhealthy as well as the quantity of money provided.
Furthermore, the schedule is fairly particular, so consumers should be informed of when they are expected to receive the coupons on a monthly basis.
Who receives the SNAP Texas payment in the third week of September?
SNAP payment dates are guided by the last two digits of the EDG number:
EDG Digits / Payday
50-53: Day 15
54-57: Day 16
58-60: Day 17
61-64: Day 18
65-67: Day 19
68-71: Day 20
72-74: Day 21
What foods can you buy with SNAP?
Fruits and vegetables (fresh, frozen, canned or juices).
Meat, poultry and fish.
Dairy products.
Bread and cereals.
Snacks (chips, cookies, ice cream, soda and candy).
Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages (juices, water, soft drinks).
Seeds and plants to grow food at home.
What foods can’t be bought with SNAP?
Alcoholic drinks.
Cigarettes and tobacco products.
Hot food or food prepared for immediate consumption at the point of sale.
Non-food items such as toilet paper, diapers, soap, cleaning products, cosmetics or pet food.
Supplements or vitamins.
