Summary
Millions of Americans may not receive their food assistance benefits in November due to a government shutdown that has left many agencies without funding. The program, known as SNAP, supports millions across the country, but without a budget deal from Congress, new funds cannot be distributed. Several states are warning residents about the potential suspension of these benefits until the government reopens.
Key Facts
- SNAP benefits may not be issued in November if the U.S. government remains shut down.
- More than 16% of Louisiana’s population relies on SNAP benefits.
- Nearly 42 million people in the U.S. receive SNAP benefits.
- The government shutdown started when Congress failed to approve a new budget on October 1.
- The USDA needs Congress to approve funding to continue SNAP distributions.
- Louisiana announced no new SNAP benefits in November without government reopening.
- Florida and California also issued warnings about potential delays in SNAP benefits.
- Democrats and Republicans are in a standoff over the budget, affecting key benefit programs.
