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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on April 26, 2020.

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Description of Program and Relief

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Mississippi’s SNAP program provides nutritional assistance benefits to children and families, the elderly, the disabled, and unemployed and working families by supplementing monthly food budgets. While no specific guidance has been provided for those affected by COVID-19, individuals and families adversely impacted by COVID-19 should be eligible if they meet general eligibility requirements.

Government or Lead Agency

Mississippi Department of Human Services

Dates Available

Effective immediately

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

To receive SNAP benefits, applicants must reside in Mississippi and be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or qualified aliens. All SNAP household members must have a social security number or proof of having applied for one. In addition, household income and available resources have to be under the limits outlined here: https://www.access.ms.gov/Prescreen/Start

Certain other employment requirements (which can be found using the above link) may apply depending on the applicant’s age and/or status as student.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Please call (601) 359-4500 or email this address with questions: ea.customerservice@mdhs.ms.gov.

If you need assistance because you have a disability or don’t speak English, free assistance is available by contacting the phone number above. After the recorded message, you will reach an operator who can provide you with an interpreter.

List of Additional Information

https://www.mdhs.ms.gov/economic-assistance/snap/


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