SNAP in Texas is this program that helps people buy food if money’s tight. It’s run by Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC), and you get the benefits on a Lone Star Card – it’s basically like a debit card for groceries. The Texas SNAP February 2026 payment dates (Lone Star Card) are spread out over the month so not everyone gets it at once. This is the latest schedule for February 2026. Your date depends on your EDG number. Knowing this helps you plan when your food money shows up.
How Do Texas SNAP Payments Work?
SNAP (food stamps) in Texas gives eligible families money for healthy food each month. HHSC checks if you qualify based on your income and stuff. If you’re good, benefits go on your Lone Star Card. You can use it at stores for things like fruits, veggies, meat, bread, and milk. But no hot food, booze, or random stuff like toilet paper.
Important note: There’s two groups. If your case started before June 2020 (older cases), payments are early in the month based on the last digit of your EDG. Most people now are after that, so payments from February 16-28 based on last two digits. Check your letter or call to know which you are.
Texas SNAP February 2026 Payment Dates (Full Schedule)
Texas spreads out payments using your EDG number (from your approval letter).
For most people (cases after June 2020):
| Last Two Digits of EDG | Payment Date in February 2026 |
| 00-03 | February 16 |
| 04-06 | February 17 |
| 07-10 | February 18 |
| 11-13 | February 19 |
| 14-17 | February 20 |
| 18-20 | February 21 |
| 21-24 | February 22 |
| 25-27 | February 23 |
| 28-31 | February 24 |
| 32-34 | February 25 |
| 35-38 | February 26 |
| 39-41 | February 27 |
| 42-45 | February 28 |
| 46-49 | Varies (check with HHSC) |
| 50-53 | Varies |
| 54-57 | February 16 (with 00-03) |
| And higher | Spread out, check official |
For older cases (before June 2020), it’s earlier, like February 1-15 based on last digit.
When Do Benefits Load on the Lone Star Card?
Usually, your money shows up at midnight on your date, so it’s there super early in the morning. Sometimes it takes till like 8 a.m. New people might wait longer after getting approved.
Do Weekends or Holidays Mess Up February 2026 Payments?
Presidents’ Day is February 16, 2026. In Texas, if your date is on a holiday or weekend, it still loads that day. No moving it early usually.
What If My SNAP Payment Is Late?
If it’s not there on your date:
- Check your balance online or by phone first.
- Wait a bit, it might just be slow.
- Call the card help line at 800-777-7328.
- Or call 2-1-1 for HHSC help. Delays happen from system stuff or if you need to renew your case.
How Much Money Do You Get for SNAP in February 2026?
The max depends on how many people in your house (for Oct 2025-Sept 2026):
| People in House | Max Per Month |
| 1 | $298 |
| 2 | $546 |
| 3 | $785 |
| 4 | $994 |
| 5 | $1,183 |
| 6 | $1,421 |
| 7 | $1,571 |
| 8 | $1,789 |
| Extra person | +$218 |
You get less if you have income, but deductions for rent, utilities, etc. help.
Ways to Check Your Lone Star Card Balance
- Go online at YourTexasBenefits.com
- Download the app
- Call 800-777-7328
- Look at your last receipt from the store
Some Important Rules for Texas SNAP
If you don’t spend it all, it rolls over to next month – no big rush. You can use the card in other states mostly. Benefits don’t expire each month, but if you do nothing for like 9 months, they might take them away.
Check Related Article: SNAP February 2026 Payment Dates by State: Full EBT Schedule (Updated)
Official Places to Get Real Info
Check hhs.texas.gov or the USDA SNAP site. Things can change a tiny bit, so always look there for the newest stuff.
Texas SNAP February 2026 FAQs
When do SNAP benefits drop in February 2026?
From February 1-28, depending on your EDG and if you’re old or new case.
Who gets paid first?
Older cases early, or lower EDG numbers.
Do they pay on weekends?
Yeah, it loads on your date even if weekend.
Any extra money in February 2026?
Nah, no emergency extras anymore.
Can I save benefits for next month?
Totally, they roll over.
What time do deposits hit?
Around midnight, ready by morning.
Anyway, that’s the deal with Texas SNAP for February 2026 and your Lone Star Card. Bookmark this if you want, and check back ’cause schedules are pretty much the same every month. Stay on top of it! For more Updates must visit Snapusda.com
