Food stamps: February SNAP payments worth up to $1,751 for California residents to wrap up in two days

California is slated to send out Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments for the month of February in two days, supporting qualified low-income households with grocery purchases every month.

California residents who receive SNAP, or food stamps, can see benefits up to $1,751. The federal program, known under the name CalFresh in the Golden State, begins issuing payments on the first of the month and ends Feb. 10. Payments will be distributed depending on the recipient’s case number.

The exact benefit amount a household will receive depends on a few factors, including household size, income limits, and additional assets. The maximum payment is $291 for a household of one, $973 for a household of four, and $1,751 for a household of eight. Up to $219 is added to a household’s food stamps for each member after eight.

SNAP benefits are loaded onto an electronic benefits transfer card monthly. Recipients can use the card at grocery stores to purchase eligible food products such as fruits, vegetables, bread, meat, poultry, and drinks. They are barred, however, from using SNAP benefits for products such as pet food, alcohol, and household items such as paper and soap.

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Around 13% of California’s population receives CalFresh assistance, amounting to nearly 5 million Californians, according to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.

To apply for SNAP, receive more information on how to apply, or to monitor CalFresh benefits, Californians can visit the government portal through the California Department of Social Services.

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