December 2024 SNAP Payment Schedule: Essential Information for Recipients

In December 2024, there are important updates for those who receive assistance through the SNAP program (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) in the United States. SNAP provides monthly funds to low-income individuals and families to help them purchase food.
 
This December will bring changes to the payment schedule, detailing when the funds will be distributed.

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It’s crucial for SNAP recipients to be aware of their payment dates, as these can vary from state to state. Knowing when the funds will arrive helps individuals plan their grocery shopping without any issues.
 
Each state issues SNAP benefits on different days, which may seem confusing, but it’s organized to ensure people receive their support without delay.
 

Here’s what you should know:

 
December payments are vital for millions of families, helping them obtain nutritious food. As always, payments will be staggered throughout the month on specific days.
 
By knowing your payment date, you can prepare accordingly to ensure a smooth shopping experience for your food needs.
 
Here’s the schedule for SNAP payments in December by state:
 

• Alabama: December 4 to 23
• Alaska: December 1
• Arizona: December 1 to 13
• Arkansas: December 4 to 13
• California: December 1 to 10
• Colorado: December 1 to 10
• Connecticut: December 1 to 3
• Delaware: December 2 to 23
• District of Columbia: December 1 to 10
• Florida: December 1 to 28
• Georgia: December 5 to 23
• Guam: December 1 to 10
• Hawaii: December 3 to 5
• Idaho: December 1 to 10
• Illinois: December 1 to 10
• Indiana: December 5 to 23
• Iowa: December 1 to 10
• Kansas: December 1 to 10
• Kentucky: December 1 to 19
• Louisiana: December 1 to 23
• Maine: December 10-14
• Maryland: December 4 to 23
• Massachusetts: December 1 to 14
• Michigan: December 3 to 21
• Minnesota: December 4 to 13
• Mississippi: December 4 to 21
• Missouri: December 1 to 22
• Montana: December 2 to 6
• Nebraska: December 1 to 5
• Nevada: December 1 to 10
• New Hampshire: December 5
• New Jersey: December 1 to 5
• New Mexico: December 1 to 20
• New York: December 1 to 9
• North Carolina: December 3 to 21
• North Dakota: December 1
• Ohio: December 2 to 20
• Oklahoma: December 1 to 10
• Oregon: December 1 to 9
• Pennsylvania: December 3 to 14
• Puerto Rico: December 4 to December 22
• Rhode Island: December 1
• South Carolina: December 1 to 10
• South Dakota: December 10
• Tennessee: December 1 to 20
• Texas: December 1 to 28
• Utah: December 5, 11 and 15
• Virgin Islands: December 1
• Vermont: December 1
• Virginia: December 1 to 7
• Washington: December 1 to 20
• West Virginia: December 1 to 9
• Wisconsin: December 1 to 15
• Wyoming: December 1 to 4

The specific payment date can depend on factors such as your case number and state regulations.
 
Be sure to check your state’s schedule to know when to expect your SNAP benefits in December!

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