Ohio allows SNAP card food buys from Walmart, Amazon
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Ohioans using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program can now use their EBT cards to buy food online from two major retailers.
The Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services has announced SNAP recipients may use their Ohio Direction cards to purchase food online through Walmart and Amazon.
Previously, Ohio SNAP recipients could order groceries online at Giant Eagle, Walmart, and some Kroger stores, but they had to pay inside the stores or at curbside.
After receiving federal approval, ODJFS successfully tested online purchasing with Walmart and Amazon.
While Ohio SNAP recipients can order food online from a variety of retailers, only Walmart and Amazon allow online purchasing with EBT cards.
“We know many Ohioans are struggling and that food purchasing has been a challenge for many, especially older Ohioans and those with limited access to transportation,” said ODJFS Director Kimberly Hall. “We hope online purchasing gives individuals more options and makes it easier for them to both stay safe and eat nutritiously.”
People may choose to have groceries delivered, but federal rules still prohibit using SNAP benefits to pay for any delivery charges.