Michigan Tweaks SNAP Benefits for Residents, Changes Eligibility

If you're a Michigan resident who uses the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, you should know about a couple of changes that are effective immediately.

Beginning October 1, 2024, SNAP benefits are increasing, although just slightly.

Another change includes a requirement for some recipients to prove eligibility for SNAP benefits.

SNAP Benefits Increase for Michigan Residents

October 1, 2024, marks the beginning of the fiscal year in Michigan. Therefore, Michigan residents who receive SNAP benefits will see a slight increase over the maximum benefits paid in 2023, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Household of 1 new maximum benefit is $292, up from $291
Household of 2 new maximum benefit is $536, up from $535
Household of 3 new maximum benefit is $768, up from $766
Household of 4 new maximum benefit is $975, up from $973
Household of 5 new maximum benefit is $1,158, up from $1,155
Household of 6 new maximum benefit is $1,390, up from $1,386
Household of 7 new maximum benefit is $1,536, up from $1,532
Household of 8 new maximum benefit is $1,756, up from $1,751

These figures represent maximum SNAP benefits for recipients in the 48 contiguous states and Washington DC; and household income may affect families' qualifications.

New SNAP Benefit Work Requirements

Beginning this month, there's another change affecting who qualifies for SNAP benefits.

Under the Fiscal Responsibility Act, more Michigan residents will be required to prove they are actively working, training, or in school.

This change only applies to benefit recipients who are able-bodied adults aged 53 to 54 and without dependents. Individuals who are between 18 and 52 years old have previously had to meet these work requirements.