Texas SNAP Benefits: March 2026 Payment Schedule and Rules
Jessica Williams
Published Mar 3, 2026
The Texas Health and Human Services Department has released the schedule for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for March 2026.
These benefits, commonly known as food stamps, help families buy healthy food and improve their overall nutrition.
If your household was approved for benefits after June 2020, your payment will be deposited into your account between March 16 and March 28.
When will I receive my benefits?
Your specific payment date depends on the last two digits of your Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number. Check the list below to find your date:
- March 16: EDG digits 00-03 and 54-57
- March 17: EDG digits 04-06 and 58-60
- March 18: EDG digits 07-10 and 61-64
- March 19: EDG digits 11-13 and 65-67
- March 20: EDG digits 14-17 and 68-71
- March 21: EDG digits 18-20 and 72-74
- March 22: EDG digits 21-24 and 75-78
- March 23: EDG digits 25-27 and 79-81
- March 24: EDG digits 28-31 and 82-85
- March 25: EDG digits 32-34 and 86-88
- March 26: EDG digits 35-38 and 89-92
- March 27: EDG digits 46-49 and 93-95
- March 28: EDG digits 50-53 and 96-99
Income Limits for 2026
To qualify for SNAP, your household’s monthly income must be below a certain limit. For 2026, those limits include:
- Single person: Maximum of $2,152 per month.
- Family of four: Maximum of $4,421 per month.
Work Requirements
There are specific rules for adults aged 18 to 64 who do not have children living at home. To keep receiving benefits:
- You must work or participate in a job training program for at least 20 hours per week.
- If you do not meet these work requirements, you can generally only receive food assistance for three months within a three-year period.
By following these guidelines and knowing your deposit date, you can better plan your grocery shopping and household budget for the month.
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