Overview
- Sixteen states and the District of Columbia have already loaded full November SNAP benefits, including California, New York, Michigan and Wisconsin.
- USDA said money began flowing as soon as the government reopened and noted that it stands ready to assist states that encounter operational hurdles.
- Several states have not given firm timelines for the remaining November payments, including Arizona, Indiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Texas, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee and Wyoming.
- Processing backlogs and capacity limits at the two companies that handle all EBT issuances could slow the rollout, with experts warning transfers may take at least a day or two.
- Some states kept benefits going using state funds or under court orders earlier in the month, and Arizona outlets report USDA expects full benefits to be distributed by Monday at the latest.