Food stamps: Final Maryland SNAP direct payment worth up to $1,691 goes out in six days
Maryland to Send Final Payment to SNAP Recipients
In just six days, Maryland will be sending its final payment worth up to $1,691 to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients for the month of July. This is exciting news for those who rely on SNAP benefits, also known as food stamps, to help put food on the table.
SNAP benefits are an essential lifeline for approximately 772,700 people in Maryland, making up 13% of the state’s population. Each month, the average payment per household member is $180, providing much-needed support to those in need.
Important Information about SNAP Benefits in Maryland
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- SNAP benefits are distributed in Maryland from the fourth to the 23rd of every month, following the state’s benefits schedule.
- The maximum amount a recipient can receive varies based on household size. For a household of three, the maximum is $740, while a household of eight can receive up to $1,691. Additional members beyond eight can add a maximum payment of $211 each.
- Recipients can use their SNAP benefits to purchase food, as well as plants and seeds to grow food for their household. The benefits are conveniently loaded onto an electronic benefit transfer card called the Independence Card, which can be used at eligible stores.
- It’s important to note that SNAP benefits cannot be used for nonfood items, alcohol, medicines, tobacco, or hot foods that are ready to eat.
- The availability of food stamps on the Independence Card depends on the first three letters of the recipient’s last name.
To be eligible for SNAP benefits in Maryland, the maximum annual income varies based on household size. For example, a household of one must have a maximum annual income of $18,954, while a household of five can have a maximum annual income of $45,682.
It’s worth mentioning that SNAP benefits can be used for groceries but cannot be used for owed food bills or items that cannot be consumed.
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