Summary
President Trump’s administration has instructed states to promptly distribute full November SNAP benefits to recipients. Due to past disruptions, it might take some states more time to deliver these benefits. Some states have already issued the benefits, while others are still processing them.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration told states to provide full November SNAP benefits immediately.
- Delays in SNAP payments have affected many people who rely on this assistance.
- Some states have already issued full benefits, based on court orders.
- The Agriculture Department withdrew a previous reduction in maximum allotments for November.
- A few states had used state funds to continue SNAP payments during the shutdown.
- SNAP helps low-income individuals, including children, the elderly, and disabled people.
- Delayed payments can add financial strain to families using SNAP.
- Future benefits for states like Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, and Georgia are planned by mid-November.
