State reviewing path to release partial SNAP benefits

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WKBN) - The state agency that controls SNAP in Ohio is reviewing federal guidance regarding partial benefits in November.

SNAP benefits have been paused due to the government shutdown.

The federal guidance that Ohio Job and Family Services (ODJFS) is reviewing reduces the maximum benefit allowance by 50%. It also instructs states to recalculate the monthly benefit for each household using the updated framework.

ODJFS is working to come up with those updated benefit amounts and when those benefits will be dispersed.

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Once the review is complete, ODJFS will notify SNAP recipients when they can expect the partial benefit and the recalculated amount.

Benefits were paused on Nov. 1.

Prior to the shutdown