Louisiana SNAP households can use existing benefits for eligible hot or prepared foods at authorized retailers through Aug. 13, but the waiver adds no funds, covers no restaurant meals and may require retailer system updates.
Louisiana has received federal approval to offer Disaster SNAP benefits to eligible households affected by Tropical Storm Arthur, while eligible current SNAP recipients may receive automatic supplemental benefits.
Louisiana health officials announced a USDA-approved temporary waiver allowing SNAP participants statewide to use benefits for hot or prepared foods through Aug. 13, 2026, following Tropical Storm Arthur.
