articleThe Brief New SNAP benefit amounts take effect Oct. 1, 2025. Washington D.C. and Maryland households enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see larger monthly benefits starting tomorrow, Oct. 1, under the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s annual cost-of-living update. Take part in a work program for at least 80 hours a month. Combine work and program hours to reach 80 hours a month. The number of hours you must work in a community service or workfare program is based on the amount of your SNAP benefits.