What are emergency allotments (EA), also known as maximum allotments (MA)?

Colorado SNAP households have been getting an extra amount of benefits every month since March 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. These extra benefits are called “emergency allotments or max allotments” and most households have been getting this on top of their regular SNAP benefits. These emergency allotments were authorized by Congress, but they are temporary, and will be ending in March 2023.

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1. What are emergency allotments (EA), also known as maximum allotments (MA)?
2. Why is the emergency/max allotment ending?
3. How will this impact me?
4. Will I still get SNAP benefits after the emergency/max allotment ends?
5. When will SNAP max allotment end?
6. I received a notice that my SNAP benefits will be reduced/closed. Can I appeal?
7. How much will my benefits be after the maximum allotment ends?
8. What can I do to help my family through this change?
9. Who can I contact for additional information or questions?