Staff Reports
In just 10 days, Georgia’s low-income residents suckling at the government teat of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will be getting another round of handouts. That’s right, folks, mark your calendars because the cash cow opens its floodgates from March 5th to March 23rd for the latest round of freebies.
Now, hold onto your hats, because here’s how it works: depending on the last two digits of a beneficiary’s client ID, they’ll receive their government-issued bread on different days. It’s like getting a secret code to the free money vault, only for those who know how to play the game.
FAMILIES IN NEED: There are delays in Georgia for many people receiving payments from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. One family has been struggling without SNAP benefits since March. https://t.co/vWGFcCGwuQ
— Local 3 News (@Local3News) June 22, 2023
But wait, there’s more! The amount of cash you get to frolic with in the grocery store aisles is based on how little you have. The maximum payment for a household of one is $291, while larger herds of five and eight can expect up to $1,155 and $1,751, respectively. Hey, at least the government does math better than a kindergartener with fingers and toes!
And what can these lucky recipients spend their government goodies on, you ask? Well, hold onto your horses, because SNAP benefits can only be used for essential items like meat, poultry, fish, dairy, and some bread and cereal. No luxury purchases here, folks! Forget about buying Fido some treats or picking up a nice bottle of wine to wash away the stress of relying on the government for your daily bread. It’s back to basics for this crew.
But if you’re one of the 1.6 million people in Georgia lapping up this gravy train, don’t worry — you can always sign up for more! Just head on over to the Division of Family and Children Services section on Georgia’s Department of Human Services website, or give them a ring at 1-877-423-4746. After all, why break a sweat working for your supper when Uncle Sam’s got your back?
