Louisiana Department of Health announces new EBT policy for SNAP recipients
Baton Rouge, La. (May 22, 2026) — The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) announces that beginning May 26, 2026, Louisiana SNAP recipients will only be able to use their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards for purchases made within the state and in ZIP codes adjacent to Louisiana’s border in neighboring states. The change protects benefits from fraud…