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  The food stamp program in Texas, also known as SNAP food benefits, provides help for people who cannot afford food because of low income. Individuals and families can apply for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) food benefits. The eligibility requirements look at the number of people in the household, the household income and asset levels to determine whether you qualify for the program and how much you get in the way of food benefits.
  
  

Income

• The maximum income level that SNAP accepts depends greatly on your personal situation and the amount of people living in the household. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has a benefit estimator tool available online so you can determine your benefit eligibility. The income used to determine your eligibility is not the same as your gross income. SNAP takes into account housing costs and utility costs. You also get deductions for being a senior or disabled, child care or support and medical expenses. The maximum base benefit amount you can qualify for is $1,202 for eight people, with $150 per month added for each additional person. The maximum amount for an individual is $200.
  
  

Assets

• The SNAP program has a strict limit on the total amount of assets you can have to qualify for the program. The overall liquid assets cannot exceed $5,000. This includes money in savings and bank accounts, extra cars past the first vehicle and cash. Funeral plots are counted if the value exceeds $7,500. Assets higher than the qualifying amount prevent you from being eligible for the program.
  
  

Other Qualifications

• A family that has less than $150 in income per month and under $100 in resources qualifies for expedited SNAP. This SNAP program offers emergency benefits for families in dire need. A family may also be able to get emergency SNAP if their housing and utilities payments exceed their income.