Millions Warned SNAP Benefits May Be Delayed In November
Summary
Millions of people in California might see delays in their SNAP benefits due to a federal government shutdown. Governor Gavin Newsom stated that without a resolution, CalFresh benefits, which is California's version of SNAP, could be affected in November. This issue is linked to the ongoing government shutdown, affecting the funds available for these benefits.Key Facts
- SNAP benefits may be delayed in California due to the federal government shutdown.
- Governor Gavin Newsom warned that CalFresh benefits could be delayed.
- Over 5.5 million people in California rely on CalFresh each month.
- 60% of the SNAP recipients in California are children or elderly.
- The federal government has been shut down since October 1 due to a funding impasse.
- SNAP is a federal program run by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which is impacted by the shutdown.
- If funds are not distributed by November 1, recipients will experience delays.
- Economic impacts include nearly $8 billion not reaching the grocery sector, potentially resulting in $12 billion in lost economic activity.
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