You can apply for food stamps In the great state of Texas, if you are in financial need. Food stamps can bridge a financial gap and provide nutritious foods for your family. Learn how to apply for food stamps in Texas.

The federally funded food stamps program is an important part of the social service offerings in Texas. Helping low income families, children, the elderly and disabled obtain the nutrition they need for good health is the goal of the food stamp program in Texas. The food stamp program is now referred to as the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Using SNAP benefits in Texas is easy once your approved due to the use of the Lone Star Card, which functions as a debit card for your food stamp benefits in Texas.

Food stamp benefits are provided to individuals who meet income and situational requirements. You must be a resident of Texas to apply for food stamps in Texas.

Regular Food Stamp Benefits Here are some other food stamp eligibility requirements:

1. Your household must have less than $5,000 in liquid assetshttp://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/programs/FoodStamps/estimator/index.html
2. You must be employed, or be in a training program or you will face limited food stamp benefits
3. You must make less than:
   1. Family Size of 1: Maximum Gross Income of $1,174
   2. Family Size of 2: Maximum Gross Income of $1,579
   3. Family Size of 3: Maximum Gross Income of $1,984
   4. Family Size of 4: Maximum Gross Income of $2,389http://www.fns.usda.gov/FSP/applicant_recipients/eligibility.htm

Visit the Texas SNAP food stamps benefit estimator to easily determine your eligibility.

Emergency Food Stamp (SNAP) Benefits

Emergency benefits may be available if you meet the following requirements:

1. Family resources less than $100
2. Monthly income less than $150
3. Have resources less than your expenses for housing and utilities
4. Migrant or Seasonal workers with less than $100 in resources and little incomehttp://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/help/food/foodstamps/index.html

Visit your local Texas Health and Human Services office (HHSC) to apply for food stamps. It is best to call and make an appointment and find out exactly what documents you should bring as proof of your food stamp eligibility.

Typically, you will need:

1. Income Proof
2. Identification
3. Proof of Address
4. Utility Bills
5. Bank Statements
6. Child Care Expenses
7. Social Security Number

After you have applied for food stamps in Texas, you will be sent a letter confirming or denying your benefits.

The maximum benefits you can receive are:

1. $200 for a family of 1
2. $367 for a family of 2
3. $526 for a family of 3
4. $668 for a family of 4http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/help/food/foodstamps/index.html

You may also be eligible for free nutrition and health education classes, so make sure to check with your HHSC representative.