Governor Abbott Extends SNAP Replacement Benefit Deadline for Disaster Victims
Governor Greg Abbott announced an extended deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in Central and South Texas to apply for replacement food benefits following recent severe weather and flooding.
Dallas Fort Worth, TX, August 4, 2026 —
AUSTIN, TX – Governor Greg Abbott has announced an extension of the deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in Central and South Texas to apply for replacement food benefits. This extension is in response to severe weather and flooding that impacted the region recently.
The extended deadline provides additional time for SNAP beneficiaries who may have lost food due to power outages or other damages caused by the severe weather events. These replacement benefits are crucial for ensuring that eligible households can continue to access necessary nutrition during the recovery period.
Specific details regarding the original and new application deadlines were not immediately available in the announcement. Likewise, the exact counties or regions within Central and South Texas that are eligible for this extension were not specified. Further information is expected to be released by state agencies responsible for SNAP administration.
Severe weather events, including heavy rainfall and flooding, have affected various parts of Texas in recent weeks, causing disruptions and damage. State and local officials are working to assess the full impact and provide necessary assistance to affected communities.
SNAP is a federal program administered by states that provides nutrition assistance to low-income individuals and families. The program aims to combat hunger and improve public health by increasing food security.
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