Starting Thursday, December 25, Texas moves into the final stretch of its December SNAP rollout. If a household is eligible and hasn’t yet received December benefits, this last round—covering December 25 through December 28, 2025—is when the remaining funds are delivered. The benefits arrive electronically on the Lone Star Card, right on schedule as the month wraps up.
These SNAP payments are meant to help low-income families cover essential grocery needs during a time of year when budgets are often stretched thin. By finishing distributions in the final days of December, the state ensures households have support heading into the new year.
How Texas Is Handling the Final SNAP Payments
During this last week, Texas continues to use the Eligibility Determination Group number, commonly called the EDG number, to organize payments. This system assigns specific deposit dates based on the final two digits of each household’s EDG number. It’s a structured approach that helps keep deposits orderly and avoids system overload.
Households can look at their EDG number to know exactly when their benefits are scheduled to arrive. Texas has used this method for years to make sure monthly assistance reaches families consistently and on time.
Texas SNAP Payments 2025: Program Snapshot
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in Texas is managed by Texas Health and Human Services. Benefit amounts vary by household size and income, and payments during this period are scheduled between December 25 and December 28, 2025. Funds are issued electronically through the Lone Star Card. Seniors and people with disabilities may qualify through the simplified TSAP process, while certain work requirements apply to adults ages 18 to 54 without dependents.
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Why EDG Numbers Matter
EDG numbers are the backbone of Texas SNAP scheduling. Each approved household receives a unique number when eligibility is confirmed. The final two digits determine the payment date, which helps spread deposits evenly across several days. This system reduces congestion and ensures benefits are issued accurately.
Who Qualifies for SNAP in Texas
SNAP is designed to help low-income households meet basic nutrition needs. Eligibility depends on income, household size, and employment status. Adults ages 18 to 54 without dependents generally face time limits unless they meet minimum work requirements. Seniors and individuals with disabilities can apply through TSAP, which offers a simpler, more accessible process. Household income and employment status remain key factors in determining eligibility.
December 25–28 SNAP Payment Schedule
For the final days of December, payments are issued based on the last two digits of the household’s EDG number:
- December 25: EDG numbers ending in 86–88
- December 26: EDG numbers ending in 89–92
- December 27: EDG numbers ending in 93–95
- December 28: EDG numbers ending in 96–99
This marks the conclusion of December SNAP distributions in Texas.
What SNAP Benefits Can and Can’t Be Used For
SNAP benefits come with clear spending rules. Funds cannot be used to buy alcohol or tobacco products, and they can’t be applied to unpaid food balances. Starting in April 2026, additional limits take effect, restricting items like candy, chewing gum, chocolate-covered fruit, and beverages with five grams or more of added sugar or artificial sweeteners. These rules are intended to encourage healthier food choices.
Wrapping Up the Final Phase
Texas is closing out December SNAP payments with a carefully planned schedule that runs through December 28. By using EDG numbers to assign deposit dates, the state ensures benefits are distributed smoothly and efficiently before the year ends. For families relying on this assistance, the final deposits provide critical support for groceries and household stability as they head into the new year.
