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In the aftermath of last week's severe weather and flooding, Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has received federal approval for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to apply for replacement benefits for food lost or destroyed during the storms.
SNAP recipients who experienced food loss starting from May 16 are eligible to apply for replacement benefits. Once approved, these benefits will be added to their Lone Star Cards within two business days.
"Due to recent severe weather and flooding that devastated communities across our state, impacted Texans will be able to apply for SNAP replacement benefits for food that was lost or destroyed during these devastating storms," said Governor Abbott.
"Eligible Texans can apply for these benefits by dialing 2-1-1. I thank the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for working with our federal partners to ensure Texans have the resources they need to recover and move forward from these storms."
Deadline for applications
Recipients in the counties of Austin, Chambers, Colorado, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity, Walker, and Waller must apply by June 17.
To apply, individuals should dial 211 and select Option 2. Alternatively, they can complete Form H1855 (Affidavit for Nonreceipt or Destroyed SNAP Benefits) and mail it to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, P.O. Box 149027, Austin, TX 78714-9027, or fax it to 877-447-2839.
For those outside the specified counties, SNAP recipients can apply for replacement benefits by visiting a local benefits office within 10 days of discovering their food loss.
In addition to SNAP benefits, the HHSC will provide replacements for food and formula lost during the storms through the WIC program until May 31, 2024. Those in need can access these benefits by visiting TexasWIC.org or calling 800-942-3678 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and selecting Option 3. The WIC program also offers 24/7 breastfeeding support through its lactation hotline at 855-550-6667.