Snap benefits are being threatened to not be renewed in November
This will be devastating news to many American families who depend on these benefits. With a larger majority of these recipients, being American citizens in low poverty households. The elderly, and poor working families will be hit the most.
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@Notmesam No. Zonuss is right. It's only certain states.
Although SNAP is federally funded, the variation among states comes down to: how far ahead the state had funding, when benefits are scheduled, and how the state responded to the USDA’s guidance. In a shutdown scenario:
If a state had already secured the upcoming month’s funds and scheduled issuance, it may continue for a bit.
If a state relies on fresh federal funding that’s now frozen by the shutdown, it may be forced to pause sooner.
The difference is one of timing and administrative mechanics, not a difference in the legal right to benefits.
