SNAP Benefits

SNAP benefits have been extended for the month of August. Here's what you need to know if you are waiting for your money.

SNAP benefits have been extended for July, but employee shortages caused by the pandemic have resulted in delayed payments. Here's what to do if you're still waiting for help.

Here's some good news for those in need. Emergency SNAP benefits have been extended for the month of May to help 1.6 million households in Texas.

There's so much to worry about every day, but worrying about where your next meal comes from doesn't have to be one of them.

  Imagine being able to use your SNAP card at Texas Roadhouse or even Whataburger. Could a new program introduced by SNAP allow Texans to use their SNAP card at their favorite restaurants? According to the USDA - RMP is an initiative that allows low-income households with seniors disabled or homeless members to use their benefits to purchase discounted meals from authorizing restaurants. SN... Rea

Those receiving SNAP benefits here in Texas are about to see a 25% increase every month.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing $267 million in emergency SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) food benefits through August, Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Monday, August 9. "SNAP benefits have helped millions of eligible Texas families and individuals put food on the table during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic," said Governor Abbott... Read Mo

Texas SNAP Food benefits continue to help feed families during these difficult times. Here's what you need to know.

Texas has received federal approval to allow SNAP recipients to buy hot foods and ready-to-eat meals, plus apply for food replacement benefits.

  This week Phyllis shares new information on COVID and testing, information on PPP loans and Governor Abbott's extension on SNAP Benefits.     Kiss Community Connections with Phyllis Jones Sunday Mornings 5:30 am on MYKISS1031