The federal Public Health Emergency ended May 11, 2023, which means the temporary student exemptions will end for new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applications after June 9, 2023, and renewal certification periods beginning on or after July 1, 2023.
Pandemic Student Exemptions Through June 9, 2023
Students may be determined eligible for SNAP if one of the following described their situation:
SNAP Student Eligibility for Initial Applications After June 9, 2023
Students may be determined eligible for SNAP if they meet one of the following criteria:
Students who believe they may be eligible for Nutrition Assistance (NA) benefits are encouraged to apply.
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