Prompt Action

Eligible households must be given an opportunity to participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) no later than 30 calendar days following their date of application. An opportunity to participate consists of the Department's issuing SNAP benefits through the EBT system before the 30-day processing standard expires. Expedited service shall be provided to households in accordance with 106 CMR 365.800: Expedited Service. Benefits must be provided retroactively to the date of application for households that complete the application process within the required time frame and are eligible to receive benefits in the month of application.