Sometimes changes are made to how nutrition programs operate. These changes could impact how you apply for or maintain benefits; how much in benefits you receive; or how you can use your benefits. Browse this page for recent updates.
Through the new SNAP Restaurant Meals Program in Illinois, certain SNAP participants are eligible to use their benefits to purchase hot meals from participating restaurants.
Illinois has experienced an increase in skimming and phishing scams aimed at stealing people’s SNAP benefits, but there are several things you can do to protect your benefits from these kinds of electronic theft.
Learn whether you’re eligible for replacement and how to file a claim by the September 30, 2024 deadline.
If your child participates in summer meal programs, did you know they are likely eligible for a new summer grocery program? Learn how Summer EBT could help your family purchase groceries during the summer when school is out.