Low-income families across the United States rely on Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) payments to help with essential expenses. As February 2025 approaches, beneficiaries are eager to know when their monthly cash benefits will be deposited. Here’s everything you need to know about TANF payment schedules and how to check your state’s disbursement dates.
When Will TANF Payments Be Issued in February 2025?
For many states, TANF payments follow a consistent schedule, with most beneficiaries receiving their money on the first business day of the month. This year, that date falls on Monday, February 3, 2025. However, some states use staggered payment systems based on case numbers or eligibility codes, meaning the exact date you’ll receive your benefits may vary.
State-Specific Payment Schedules to Know
Here’s a look at how some major states distribute TANF payments:
Texas:
Texas uses a staggered schedule based on the last digit of the Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number.
- EDG ending in 0: February 3
- EDG ending in 1: February 4
- EDG ending in 2: February 5
- EDG ending in 3: February 6
- EDG ending in 4: February 7
- EDG ending in 5: February 10
- EDG ending in 6: February 11
- EDG ending in 7: February 12
- EDG ending in 8: February 13
- EDG ending in 9: February 14
Florida:
Florida distributes TANF payments through its ACCESS card, with deposit dates determined by the eighth and ninth digits of the recipient’s case number.
- Case numbers 00-03: February 1
- Case numbers 04-06: February 2
- Case numbers 07-10: February 3
- Case numbers 11-13: February 4
- Case numbers 14-17: February 5
- Case numbers 18-20: February 6
- Case numbers 21-24: February 7
- Case numbers 25-27: February 8
- Case numbers 28-31: February 9
- Case numbers 32-34: February 10
- Case numbers 35-38: February 11
How to Check Your State’s TANF Payment Schedule
Because TANF payment dates vary by state, it’s important to check with your local Department of Human Services (or equivalent agency) to find out when you’ll receive your February benefits. Most state agencies provide online portals or automated phone lines to check payment dates.
What to Do if Your Payment Is Late
If you don’t receive your TANF payment on the expected date, don’t panic. Payments can occasionally be delayed due to weekends, holidays, or administrative processing issues. Contact your local TANF office or benefits hotline for assistance in tracking your payment.
