There have been several rumors circulating about the distribution of new SNAP payments ranging from $450 to $700 for seniors in July 2024.
However, our investigation revealed that these payments have not been officially approved yet.
Surprising $450-$700 for Seniors July 2024: Know SNAP Eligibility Criteria & Payment Update
By Alon Bidden
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The United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service is working to increase the availability of online retailers that accept Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards to facilitate online grocery shopping for eligible families.
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Overview of SNAP Payments for Seniors
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly financial assistance to low-income households, including seniors, to help them purchase nutritious food.
The rumored $450-$700 payments aim to enhance this support, especially by allowing online grocery shopping through approved retailers like Target, Walgreens, Costco, and Walmart. However, these payments are subject to approval and official announcements from the USDA.
SNAP Payment Schedule for July 2024
While the new $450-$700 payments for seniors are not yet confirmed, here are the anticipated deposit dates for regular SNAP payments in July 2024:
| State | Deposit Dates |
|---|---|
| Alabama | July 4 to 23, 2024 |
| Alaska | July 1, 2024 |
| Arizona | July 1 to 13, 2024 |
| Arkansas | July 4 to 13, 2024 |
| Delaware | July 2 to 23, 2024 |
| District of Columbia | July 1 to 10, 2024 |
| Georgia | July 5 to 23, 2024 |
| California | July 1 to 10, 2024 |
| Colorado | July 1 to 10, 2024 |
| Connecticut | July 1 to 3, 2024 |
| Iowa | July 1 to 10, 2024 |
| Kansas | July 1 to 10, 2024 |
| Kentucky | July 1 to 19, 2024 |
| Louisiana | July 1 to 23, 2024 |
| Maryland | July 4 to 23, 2024 |
| Hawaii | July 3 to 5, 2024 |
| Indiana | July 5 to 23, 2024 |
| Massachusetts | July 1 to 14, 2024 |
| Michigan | July 3 to 21, 2024 |
| Nebraska | July 1 to 5, 2024 |
| Nevada | July 1 to 10, 2024 |
| New Hampshire | July 5, 2024 |
| Minnesota | July 4 to 13, 2024 |
| Missouri | July 1 to 22, 2024 |
| Montana | July 2 to 6, 2024 |
| New Jersey | July 1 to 5, 2024 |
| New Mexico | July 1 to 20, 2024 |
| New York | July 1 to 9, 2024 |
| North Carolina | July 3 to 21, 2024 |
| Ohio | July 2 to 20, 2024 |
| South Dakota | July 10, 2024 |
| Tennessee | July 1 to 20, 2024 |
| Oklahoma | July 1 to 10, 2024 |
| Oregon | July 1 to 9, 2024 |
| Rhode Island | July 1, 2024 |
| South Carolina | July 1 to 10, 2024 |
| Pennsylvania | July 3 to 14, 2024 |
Eligibility for SNAP Payments
To be eligible for SNAP payments, including the potential new $450-$700 for seniors, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Citizenship: Must be a US citizen and apply in their state of residence.
- Asset Limits: Households must have assets up to $2,750, or $4,250 if a family member is 60 or older, or has a qualified disability.
- Income Requirements: Must meet net income requirements, particularly for households with seniors or disabled members.
- SSN: Must have a valid Social Security Number.
- Household Composition: Can include biological children, foster children, legally recognized children, or half-siblings.
How to Apply for SNAP
Interested applicants should follow these steps to apply for SNAP benefits:
