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DSS Program Standards Chart
Review the income limits and standards for DSS benefit programs
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The dates when DSS issues SNAP and Cash benefits are changing
You may start getting your SNAP and/or cash benefits on a different day starting in March 2026.
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What will change with DSS benefits following the passing of federal H.R.1?
Congress recently enacted and the President signed into law on July 4, 2025, a new federal law called H.R.1. Many Connecticut residents may see changes to their DSS benefits as a result of this new federal law. Key changes are highlighted in this article.
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What is changing for SNAP work requirements due to a new federal law?
The article provides information on how The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, H.R.1, changes the rules about work requirements for Able Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs).
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How will the Federal government shutdown affect my SNAP benefits?
How the current Federal shutdown may affect SNAP benefits in Connecticut.
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Using Your EBT Card
Learn all about your EBT card and how to use it!
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I am not eligible for SNAP. Are there any other resources to assist me and my family?
Explore other food assistance resources in the state of Connecticut that do not require SNAP eligibility.
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When do I report a change in income?
Find out when SNAP recipients need to report an income change with the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS).
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