ODHS Announces SNAP Renewal Interviews to Return June 1st
All SNAP households must complete an interview when they apply for or renew their monthly food benefits starting June 1st.
According to the Oregon Department of Human Services, this change returns SNAP to standard federal rules, requiring interviews for all applications and renewals. These rules help make sure benefits are accurate and reflect each household’s current situation. An interview must be completed before benefits can be approved.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, some households were allowed to skip renewal interviews. This temporary flexibility ends May 31st, and includes households that previously did not need an interview.
This may be the first time some complete a SNAP interview when renewing their benefits. These standard interviews help confirm information, prevent errors, make sure people receive the correct benefit amount, and connect people to the full benefits and services they may qualify for.
Learn more about SNAP at www.oregon.snap.gov. You can contact ODHS at 800-699-9075.
Posted on 5/14/26 11:07AM by Alex Bauer
