SNAP Benefits Boost – Up to $1,756 with 2025 COLA Rolling Out in Four States by October 20

The USDA has announced the upcoming Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments for October 2024. Recipients in New Mexico, Ohio, Tennessee, and Washington should take note of specific distribution dates to ensure they don’t miss out on their benefits.

These payments will reflect the 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), affecting millions of Americans. However, Hawaii recipients will see a reduction in benefits instead of an increase. Let’s look into the payment schedules and eligibility for these four states.

New Mexico

SNAP recipients in New Mexico will receive their payments based on the last two digits of their Social Security Number (SSN). Payments are staggered from October 8 through October 20, depending on this number.

SSN Ends In	Food Stamps Available
04, 24, 44, 64, 84	October 8
15, 35, 55, 75, 95	October 9
05, 25, 45, 65, 85	October 10
16, 36, 56, 76, 96	October 11
06, 26, 46, 66, 86	October 12
17, 37, 57, 77, 97	October 13
07, 27, 47, 67, 87	October 14
18, 38, 58, 78, 98	October 15
08, 28, 48, 68, 88	October 16
19, 39, 59, 79, 99	October 17
09, 29, 49, 69, 89	October 18
10, 30, 50, 70, 90	October 19
00, 20, 40, 60, 80	October 20

New Mexico residents should ensure their SSN details are up-to-date to avoid any confusion about the distribution dates.

Ohio

In Ohio, the SNAP payment schedule is determined by the last digit of the recipient’s case number. Payments are spread out from October 2 to October 20:

Case Number Ends In	Food Stamps Available
3	October 8
4	October 10
5	October 12
6	October 14
7	October 16
8	October 18
9	October 20

Ohio recipients should refer to their case number to identify the exact payment date.

Tennessee

In Tennessee, the SNAP payment distribution is based on the last two digits of the head of household’s SSN. Payments begin on October 8 and end on October 20. Here is the payment schedule:

SSN Ends In	Food Stamps Available
35-39	October 8
40-44	October 9
45-49	October 10
50-54	October 11
55-59	October 12
60-64	October 13
65-69	October 14
70-74	October 15
75-79	October 16
80-84	October 17
85-89	October 18
90-94	October 19
95-99	October 20

Tennessee residents should double-check their SSN to align with the payment dates.

Washington

The USDA has not provided a detailed payment schedule for Washington state. Residents should contact their local SNAP office to get information on their payment dates. This will help them stay updated on when to expect their benefits on their EBT cards.

What to Expect

While most states have incorporated the 2025 COLA, Hawaii will experience a decrease rather than an increase in SNAP payments. This change may affect the monthly budget of beneficiaries in Hawaii. For other states, the COLA is expected to provide some relief by adjusting benefits in line with the increased cost of living.

If you live in any of these four states, staying informed about the distribution schedule is crucial. Missing out on your payment date could delay access to essential benefits.

Staying proactive and monitoring updates from local SNAP offices will help ensure smooth receipt of SNAP payments. Keep your information updated, and don’t hesitate to reach out to your local office if you have any questions about your benefits.

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