When the going gets tough, the tough get going, and two states in particular have made it easier to do so in September. However, the final days to claim checks of up to $1,756 are coming much sooner than you may think, as Sunday will be the last day that qualifying citizens will be receiving some additional cash. Find out today which two states are still sending payments, who will qualify for these checks, and what you no longer can purchase with your extra money.
These checks matter in these two states
Two U.S. states are known for having populous, hot-weather climates with long coastlines and a shared Southern identity, but they have more in common. Both these states also participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which assists low-income families to afford nutritious food by distributing food benefits.
These two states are Texas and Florida, and according to the USDA, the following requirements must be met in general to qualify for SNAP:
- Net income must be at or below the poverty line
- Resources must be limited
- Meet certain work criteria
In some cases, some factors could immediately make you ineligible for SNAP. According to the Florida Department of Children and Families, in Florida, the following factors will make you ineligible:
- Fleeing a felony warrant
- Drug trafficking conviction
- Noncitizens without a qualified status
- Breaking SNAP rules
- Some students who attend college more than half of the time
This is how much money qualifying citizens can expect
The program is funded at the federal level, but states oversee administration and distribution. In general, the amount that a household receives from SNAP varies depending on the household size. Households in varying states may also receive varying amounts, as funding will now be in part handled by the states themselves as a result of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
This is how much a household in Texas can expect according to its total members:
- Household of 1 – $298
- Household of 2 – $546
- Household of 3 – $785
- Household of 4 – $994
- Household of 5 – $1,183
- Household of 6 – $1,421
- Household of 7 – $1,571
- Household of 8 – $1,789
- Each additional member above 8 – add $218
This is how much a household in Florida can expect according to its total members:
- Household of 1 – $292
- Household of 2 – $536
- Household of 3 – $768
- Household of 4 – $975
- Household of 5 – $1,158
- Household of 6 – $1,390
- Household of 7 – $1,536
- Household of 8 – $1,756
- Each additional member above 8 – add $220
SNAP will be seeing a major overhaul in the coming months, so while you wait for your checks, make sure you are aware of the changes ahead, including the major food bans that will be rolling out in 12 states.
Check out the additional banned items as you await the last payment dates
Each state can modify the program according to its respective needs, but the general guidelines must stay in place, including restrictions on unhealthy food. However, Texas and Florida have also added more items to the list of banned items. According to the Texas Health and Human Services, effective April 1, 2026, Texans will no longer be able to purchase the following items:
- Candy
- Sweetened drinks
According to the USDA, effective January 1, 2026, Florida citizens cannot purchase the following items:
- “Junk foods” such as sodas, energy drinks, candy, and prepared desserts
When payments are distributed in Florida and Texas
- Florida: September 1 to 28
- Texas: September 1 to 28
This week is literally the final countdown for the SNAP payments in Florida and Texas. As Sunday is the last day to look forward to for some additional cash, ensure that you confirm that your details are up to date on your respective state’s official SNAP website. That is also where you can confirm your precise payment date. With the ban on certain food items looming in the future, we hope that there will not be any other major changes made to the SNAP program.
Disclaimer: Our coverage of stimulus checks, tax reliefs, tax rebates, tax credits, and other payments is based on the official sources listed in the article. All payment amounts and dates, as well as eligibility requirements, are subject to change by the governing institutions. Always consult the official source we provide to stay up to date and obtain information for your decision-making.
