Texas Extends Deadline to Replace SNAP Benefits Lost in July Floods
Michael Nguyen
Published Aug 10, 2026
Key Details & Eligibility
- Deadline Extension: Affected households now have until August 12, 2026, to request replacement benefits.
- Purpose: This assistance is not an automatic or bonus payment for all SNAP cardholders; it is specifically designed to replace food bought with SNAP funds that was lost or destroyed due to the July severe weather and flooding.
- Eligible Counties: Residents in 11 Central and South Texas counties qualify for this extension: Bandera, Blanco, Frio, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Medina, Sutton, Uvalde, Val Verde, and Zavala.
How to Request Replacement Funds
- In Person: Recipients can submit a request by visiting a local HHSC office. Locations can be found on YourTexasBenefits.com.
- By Mail or Fax: Those unable to visit an office due to age, disability, or distance can fill out Form H1855 and send it via mail or fax.
- Processing Time: Once approved, replacement funds are deposited onto the recipient’s Lone Star Card within two business days.
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