ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland has launched a new online tool designed to connect people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits with employment and training opportunities across the state.
Gov. Wes Moore announced Friday that the Maryland Department of Human Services launched the interactive tool as the state expands its network of SNAP Employment and Training providers and responds to new federal requirements affecting food assistance.
According to the governor's team, the mobile-friendly tool allows SNAP customers to search for employment and training providers based on their location and industry.
Maryland is partnering with 46 SNAP Employment and Training providers in 2026, according to the Moore administration. That represents a 48% expansion of the state's provider network, with investments totaling up to $30 million.
Through the network, SNAP participants can receive free training and educational services. Available support can include transportation, clothing, safety equipment needed for training, soft-skills training, résumé assistance and help finding jobs.
“Marylanders’ access to work, wages and wealth and their access to food assistance are both crucial for the well-being of our state's communities,” Moore said. “While the federal government continues to attack programs hardworking families rely on, our administration is working tirelessly to build pathways to meaningful careers in the communities that need it the most.”
The expansion comes as changes at the federal level impose new restrictions and requirements on some SNAP recipients. The Moore administration has criticized the changes enacted under President Donald Trump and says Maryland is working to help SNAP customers maintain benefits while meeting federal requirements.
“Under Governor Moore’s leadership, we are taking action to protect Marylanders who rely on SNAP to provide food for their families as federal policies make things more difficult,” Maryland Department of Human Services Acting Secretary Stacy Rodgers said. “By connecting customers with our expansive network of workforce partners, we will help Marylanders overcome new federal restrictions on food assistance and develop fulfilling careers.”
The state said more than 289,000 Marylanders have accessed SNAP through One Application, Maryland's mobile-friendly portal for applying for benefits. The Department of Human Services has also revised its SNAP renewal process to make it easier for families to update information and reapply for assistance.
Maryland recently partnered with Results for America to send text messages to 14,000 SNAP customers who lost benefits because of new federal paperwork requirements. The messages told customers they could reapply for SNAP while working to meet those requirements, according to the state.
In July, Maryland also became the fourth state to introduce chip-and-tap Electronic Benefit Transfer cards statewide. The cards are intended to improve security and provide functionality similar to debit and credit cards.
The Moore administration said national data show Maryland's monthly SNAP participation has declined less sharply than in most other states as provisions of the federal law known as H.R. 1 have taken effect.
People can apply for assistance at MarylandBenefits.gov. Information about federal changes affecting SNAP benefits is available through the Maryland Department of Human Services website. Questions can also be directed to 1-800-332-6347.
