Over 42 Million people throughout the United States benefited from SNAP during 2023. The changes will take effect on Oct. 1 and last until Sept. 30, 2025. Copyright 2024 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

The amount of benefits is increasing for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP. Some recipients of the food assistance program may see their benefits increase slightly while others will see a slight decrease, according to information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Starting October 1, the age limit for ABAWDs will increase from 52 to 54 and time-limit waivers in 33 parishes will expire. Notices were mailed to affected SNAP recipients on August 30.

The Cost of Living Adjustment impacts the maximum allotments for SNAP recipients, commonly known as food stamps. The changes will take effect on Oct. 1 and last until Sept. 30, 2025. Benefits provided through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are set to increase this week.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides essential food assistance to low-income residents across the United States. Each state administers its own payment schedule, ensuring timely support for those in need.