Summary
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $30 million in emergency food assistance for New Yorkers due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. The state funding aims to support nearly 3 million residents who risk losing their SNAP benefits if the shutdown continues. The shutdown might stop federal nutrition aid starting November 1st because the Trump administration decided not to use backup funds for payments.
Key Facts
- Governor Kathy Hochul is providing $30 million in emergency food aid for New Yorkers.
- Nearly 3 million New York residents might lose their SNAP benefits due to the government shutdown.
- The announcement is in response to the federal shutdown, which is in its 27th day.
- The shutdown began due to disagreements in the U.S. House of Representatives.
- Federal nutrition aid could stop on November 1st if the shutdown continues.
- President Donald Trump's administration chose not to use emergency funds to continue SNAP payments.
