Applying for SNAP benefits may take longer than expected.
It is difficult to follow the process or to know if applicants submitted everything they needed.
According to the SNAP program itself, applicants would receive a response to the process within 30 days or sooner.
However, if your application is «pending» or undecided after the month wait, you should contact your local state office.
California
If you live in California and applied for Calfresh, to find out the status of your application, you can visit GetCalFresh.org; or contact your local food bank.
Texas
Texas has the Lone Star card, to verify your application information, contact your local Texas Health and Human Services.
Florida
Applicants living in Florida should log on to myflorida.com or call 1-850-300-4323 and speak to an agent Monday through Friday from 7 am to 6 pm.
New York
New Yorkers apply for SNAP benefits at www.ny.gov/services/apply-snap.
You may need to contact the New York office (nyspio@otda.ny.gov) or call 1-800-342-3009 for more details about your application.
However, if you applied online, you can check your SNAP application at my.ny.gov.
By logging in, you can report changes and submit documents.
Pennsylvania
Applicants who live in Pennsylvania and are seeking information about COMPASS can contact the COMPASS Benefits Helpline (1-800-692-7462).