Deadline Extended for SNAP Replacement Benefits in Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has announced an extension for SNAP recipients to apply for assistance following recent floods.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has received federal approval to extend the deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients affected by flooding in several counties. Those residing in Bandera, Blanco, Frio, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Medina, Uvalde, and Val Verde counties now have until August 3, 2026, to apply for replacement benefits for food lost or destroyed due to the severe weather.
Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of this extension, stating, “Families who lost food in the recent floods now have more time to request SNAP replacement benefits. This deadline extension through August 3rd will help put meals on the table for those in need.”
SNAP recipients can expect funds to be added to their Lone Star Cards within two business days of their request, aiding families as they recover from the devastating impacts of flooding.
Texas HHSC Executive Commissioner Stephanie Muth reinforced the commitment to support those affected, saying, “These replacement benefits will help ensure feeding their families is one less worry as they focus on recovering and rebuilding.”
To request replacement benefits, recipients should visit a local HHSC office. For convenience:
- Visit YourTexasBenefits.com and click “Find an Office” at the bottom of the page to locate a nearby office.
For those unable to visit in person due to age, disability, or distance, it is possible to download form H1855. This form can be mailed to Texas Health & Human Services, P.O. Box 149027, Austin, TX, 78714-9027, or faxed to 877-447-2839.
Texans affected by any disaster can also access further assistance by visiting the HHSC Receiving Disaster Assistance webpage. For additional local resources such as food shelters, residents can call 2-1-1 and select option 1.