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Update on SNAP Benefits in Louisiana
January 16, 2019
1.16.19 - Each state is handling the early issuance of February SNAP benefits differently. All official information about SNAP benefits for Louisianans will be posted on the DCFS website and will be shared on the department's Facebook page and Twitter account.
Louisiana Issues February SNAP Food Benefits Early
January 14, 2019
1.14.19 - Based on recent guidance from USDA's Food and Nutrition Service, most SNAP recipients will receive their February benefits early - on or before January 20. These are not extra benefits and should be carefully budgeted to last through the entire month of February.