Austin, TX – Thousands of Texans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are set to receive their benefits in March 2025. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has confirmed the official payment schedule, ensuring that recipients can access their food assistance on time.
The SNAP benefits, which are loaded onto Lone Star Cards (Texas EBT cards), are distributed based on the last digit of a beneficiary’s Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number. This ensures a staggered payment system and helps prevent delays or system overloads.
Texas SNAP Payment Schedule for March 2025
If you are a Texas SNAP recipient, your payment date depends on the last digit of your EDG number. The March 2025 SNAP payment schedule is as follows:
- EDG number ending in 0 → March 1
- EDG number ending in 1 → March 3
- EDG number ending in 2 → March 5
- EDG number ending in 3 → March 6
- EDG number ending in 4 → March 7
- EDG number ending in 5 → March 9
- EDG number ending in 6 → March 11
- EDG number ending in 7 → March 12
- EDG number ending in 8 → March 13
- EDG number ending in 9 → March 15
If your EDG number ends in 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9, your payment will be deposited between March 9 and March 15, 2025.
What Is an EDG Number?
An Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number is a unique case number assigned to each SNAP recipient. The last digit of this number determines when you will receive your benefits each month.
How Much Will You Receive in SNAP Benefits?
SNAP benefit amounts depend on the household size and income eligibility requirements. Here’s how much maximum monthly benefits are in Texas for 2025:
✔ 1-person household → Up to $292
✔ 2-person household → Up to $535
✔ 3-person household → Up to $766
✔ 4-person household → Up to $975
✔ 5-person household → Up to $1,155
✔ 6-person household → Up to $1,386
✔ 7-person household → Up to $1,532
✔ 8-person household → Up to $1,751
For each additional person, add $219 to the total benefit amount.
How Can SNAP Benefits Be Used?
SNAP benefits can be used to purchase eligible food items at approved retailers, including:
- Grocery stores and supermarkets
- Farmers’ markets
- Convenience stores
- Online retailers like Amazon and Walmart (for home delivery and pickup orders)
SNAP cannot be used to buy alcohol, tobacco, non-food items, or hot-prepared meals (except for eligible participants in the SNAP Restaurant Meals Program).
How to Check Your Texas SNAP Balance
Recipients can check their Lone Star Card balance in several ways:
- Online: Log in to YourTexasBenefits.com
- Phone: Call the Texas Lone Star Help Desk at 1-800-777-7328
- Receipt: Your latest grocery receipt will show your remaining balance.
How to Apply for Texas SNAP Benefits
If you or someone you know needs food assistance, you can apply for SNAP in Texas through the following methods:
✔ Online: Visit the official Texas SNAP application website: YourTexasBenefits.com ✔ By Phone: Call 2-1-1 or the Texas Health and Human Services SNAP helpline ✔ In-Person: Apply at your local HHSC office ✔ By Mail: Download a paper application from the HHSC website, fill it out, and send it via mail.
Who Qualifies for SNAP in Texas?
To be eligible for SNAP benefits, applicants must meet certain income and residency requirements. Texas uses a gross and net income test to determine eligibility.
As of 2025, a household of four must earn below $3,250 gross income per month to qualify. Certain deductions, such as housing, childcare, and medical expenses, can help applicants meet the income limits.
For full details, visit the official Texas SNAP eligibility page: Texas Health and Human Services
Conclusion: Stay Informed & Use Your Benefits Wisely
Texas SNAP recipients should mark their calendars according to their EDG number to ensure they receive their March 2025 benefits on time. The Lone Star Card will be reloaded based on the schedule, providing crucial assistance to families in need.
If you are eligible for SNAP but have not yet applied, visit YourTexasBenefits.com to start your application today.
For further updates on SNAP benefits and other food assistance programs, follow Texas HHSC announcements and check your Lone Star Card balance regularly.
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