SNAP Benefits Resume on Schedule: Check Your State's December Payment Dates and New Requirements
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Millions of American families can breathe a sigh of relief as the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments for December 2025 will be distributed according to the regular schedule, reversing the delays that affected nearly 30% of users last month. However, it's essential for beneficiaries to familiarize themselves with the specific payment dates in their state, as they vary greatly. The distribution schedule is influenced by local factors, such as the last digit of the social security number, the case number, or the first letter of the surname. SNAP benefits have increased to help households cope with food inflation. The maximum benefit amounts for households with one, four, and eight people are $298, $994, and $1,789, respectively. These increased benefits aim to preserve the purchasing power of households and ensure food security throughout 2025. Due to the recent government shutdown, officials have introduced new requirements for SNAP recipients. Individuals between 18 and 64, who do not live with a child under 14, must complete at least 80 hours of qualifying activities each month. These activities can include paid or unpaid employment, volunteering, community service, or participating in SNAP Employment and Training programs. Below are the specific SNAP benefit distribution dates for each state in December: - Alabama: December 4-23 - Alaska: December 1 - Arizona: December 1-13 - Arkansas: December 4-13 - California: December 1-10 - Colorado: December 1-10 - Connecticut: December 1-3 - Delaware: December 2-23 - District of Columbia: December 1-10 - Florida: December 1-28 - Georgia: December 5-23 - Guam: December 1-10 - Hawaii: December 3-5 - Idaho: December 1-10 - Illinois: December 1-20 - Indiana: December 5-23 - Iowa: December 1-10 - Kansas: December 1-10 - Kentucky: December 1-19 - Louisiana: December 1-23 - Maine: December 10-14 - Maryland: December 4-23 - Massachusetts: December 1-14 - Michigan: December 3-21 - Minnesota: December 4-13 - Mississippi: December 4-21 - Missouri: December 1-22 - Montana: December 2-6 - Nebraska: December 1-5 - New Hampshire: December 5 - New Jersey: December 1-5 - New Mexico: December 1-20 - New York: December 1-9 - North Carolina: December 3-21 - North Dakota: December 1 - Ohio: December 2-20 - Oklahoma: December 1-10 - Oregon: December 1-9 - Pennsylvania: December 3-14 - Puerto Rico: December 4-22 - Rhode Island: December 1 - South Carolina: December 1-19 - South Dakota: December 10 - Tennessee: December 1-20 - Texas: December 1-28 - Utah: December 5, 11, and 15 - Virgin Islands: December 1 - Vermont: December 1 - Virginia: December 1-7 - Washington: December 1-20 - West Virginia: December 1-9 - Wisconsin: December 1-15 - Wyoming: December 1-4 Beneficiaries are advised to check their state's specific payment dates and ensure they comply with the new requirements to avoid any delays in receiving their benefits.
