Here’s when Pa. SNAP recipients should receive full November benefits

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Updated: 4:57 PM EST Nov 13, 2025

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Pennsylvania SNAP recipients should receive full November benefits by the weekend after the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services resumed payments that were halted during the federal government shutdown.”I again want to extend my deepest gratitude to our food banks, food pantries, and every Pennsylvanian who showed the true meaning of community through this crisis. I am relieved we can finally get these critical benefits out, and I urge those who are able to continue to support … our charitable food network as they stabilize and restock to continue their essential work,” DHS Secretary Val Arkoosh said in a statement. “While the federal government has resumed operations, the effects of this shutdown will last.”How to check Check EBT balances via the ConnectEBT app or website.Use ConnectEBT to lock your EBT card when it’s not in use to prevent skimming or theft.

HARRISBURG, Pa. —

Pennsylvania SNAP recipients should receive full November benefits by the weekend after the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services resumed payments that were halted during the federal government shutdown.

“I again want to extend my deepest gratitude to our food banks, food pantries, and every Pennsylvanian who showed the true meaning of community through this crisis. I am relieved we can finally get these critical benefits out, and I urge those who are able to continue to support … our charitable food network as they stabilize and restock to continue their essential work,” DHS Secretary Val Arkoosh said in a statement. “While the federal government has resumed operations, the effects of this shutdown will last.”

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