Oklahoma food stamp clients to receive partial benefits
OKLAHOMA CITY – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program clients should soon be receiving partial benefits for November, the Oklahoma Department of Human Services said Monday.
SNAP benefits had been suspended during the government shutdown that began Oct. 1.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told states on Saturday to fund 65% of the benefits for SNAP.
The partial November benefit amounts are determined by the USDA. Amounts will vary, based on federal guidance. Some recipients may not receive any benefits due to eligibility requirements.
Clients do not need to take any action to receive the benefits, which will be issued automatically, according to a press release.
More than 680,000 Oklahomans receive the benefits, more commonly known as food stamps.
“Oklahomans stepped up, and they continue to do so,” said Gov. Kevin Stitt. “I’m proud of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services for their tireless work to ensure Oklahomans had the information and services they needed.”
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