Hurricane Beryl wreaked havoc on the United States, especially in Texas. Heavy rains and winds caused severe flooding, prompting Governor Greg Abbott to take drastic measures to address the situation.
The executive announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has received special federal approval. Recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be able to apply for replacement benefits for food lost or destroyed during the storms.
Once benefits are approved for eligible individuals and families, they will be deposited onto Lone Star cards within two business days, Abbott explained. “Due to the recent severe weather and flooding that devastated communities across our state, affected Texans will be able to apply for SNAP replacement benefits for food that was lost or destroyed during these devastating storms.”
“Eligible Texans can apply for these benefits by calling 2-1-1. I thank the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for working with our federal partners to ensure Texans have the resources they need to recover and move forward from these storms,” the governor said.
Deadline to apply for SNAP aid
The deadline to apply is July 17. To apply, dial 211 and select option 2. Then, complete Form H1855 (Affidavit of Non-Receipt or Destruction of SNAP Benefits). Finally, mail it to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, PO Box 149027, Austin, TX 78714-9027.
Food replacements for food lost during the storms will also be available through the WIC program. If you need them, you can access them by visiting TexasWIC.org or calling 800-942-3678 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Don’t forget to select Option 3.
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