The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, continues to provide much-needed assistance to millions of low-income individuals and families across Texas. The program is designed to support individuals in purchasing food and household items, ensuring they can meet their nutritional needs.
Payment Dates Based on EDG Number
Texas SNAP benefits are distributed according to the Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number. Payments are made on different days depending on when a household was certified for benefits.
For households certified before June 1, 2020, SNAP benefits will be distributed on the following dates in May 2025:
- EDG ends in 0: May 1
- EDG ends in 1: May 3
- EDG ends in 2: May 5
- EDG ends in 3: May 6
- EDG ends in 4: May 7
- EDG ends in 5: May 9
- EDG ends in 6: May 11
- EDG ends in 7: May 12
- EDG ends in 8: May 13
- EDG ends in 9: May 15
For households certified after June 1, 2020, the following payment schedule applies:
- EDG ends in 00–03 and 54–57: May 16
- EDG ends in 04–06 and 58–60: May 17
- EDG ends in 07–10 and 61–64: May 18
- EDG ends in 11–13 and 65–67: May 19
- EDG ends in 14–17 and 68–71: May 20
- EDG ends in 18–20 and 72–74: May 21
- EDG ends in 21–24 and 75–78: May 22
- EDG ends in 25–27 and 79–81: May 23
- EDG ends in 28–31 and 82–85: May 24
- EDG ends in 32–34 and 86–88: May 25
- EDG ends in 35–38 and 89–92: May 26
- EDG ends in 39–41 and 93–95 and 46–49: May 27
- EDG ends in 42–45, 50–53, and 96–99: May 28
Maximum SNAP Benefits for May 2025
The amount of SNAP benefits received varies based on the size of the household. Below are the maximum monthly benefits for different household sizes in Texas for May 2025:
- 1 person: $292
- 2 people: $536
- 3 people: $768
- 4 people: $975
- 5 people: $1,157
- 6 people: $1,390
- 7 people: $1,536
- 8 people: $1,755
- For each additional person: +$220
Combining SNAP Benefits with WIC or TANF
In Texas, recipients of SNAP benefits can also combine their benefits with WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) or TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), depending on eligibility.
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)
The WIC program in Texas provides nutrition assistance to pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, as well as to children under 5 years of age. WIC supports families with low income by providing access to nutritious food and educational resources. WIC recipients must have an income below 185% of the federal poverty level.
In addition to nutritional support, WIC offers personalized counseling, breastfeeding assistance, and connections to local health services. Recently, WIC has expanded its offerings to include more food options like sunflower seed butter, fresh herbs, and nutritious cereals to accommodate diverse dietary needs.
TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
TANF provides temporary financial assistance to low-income families with children under 18 years old who are facing financial hardship. TANF aims to meet basic needs while families seek employment and financial stability.
The maximum monthly TANF benefits for Texas families in 2025 are:
- Single-parent, three-person household: $353
- Two-parent, three-person household: $386
Conclusion
With the ongoing economic challenges, SNAP, WIC, and TANF are vital programs that help many families in Texas meet their nutritional and financial needs. Eligible households should make sure they are aware of the payment dates and how to combine benefits from different programs to maximize their assistance.
**This article was written by [Frank Mooney]. AI was used lightly for grammar and formatting, but the ideas, words, and edits are all mine.**