Stafford County, VA – Virginia residents relying on SNAP benefits are set to receive partial payments this week following new federal guidance that changes the state’s distribution schedule.
According to the Stafford County Government, approximately 65% of regular monthly SNAP benefits for more than 850,000 Virginians will be distributed by Thursday, November 13. Officials say the adjustment follows the federal government’s reinstatement of SNAP benefits for November.
As a result, Virginia will pause the issuance of the Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance (VENA) program, which had been supplementing SNAP during the federal lapse.
The change ensures that most SNAP households receive at least part of their regular monthly benefits by midweek, though the remaining funds are expected to follow under normal distribution procedures later this month.
Residents with questions are encouraged to visit the Stafford County Department of Social Services website for updates and eligibility information at staffordcountyva.gov.
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