"SNAP benefits stopped as a result of the shutdown starting Saturday, Nov. 1, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the federal agency that administers the program. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins told reporters Friday that the agency does have a contingency fund, but it does not cover "even a half" of the $9.2 billion required for SNAP benefits. President Donald Trump's administration said Monday that it will partially fund SNAP after a pair of judges' rulings required it to keep the food aid program running."
"However, it's not clear how much beneficiaries will receive, nor how quickly beneficiaries will see value show up on the debit cards they use to buy groceries. The process of loading the SNAP cards, which involves steps by state and federal government agencies and vendors, can take up to two weeks in some states. MORE: Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded in November The pause in SNAP benefits is estimated to impact around 42 million Americans, including 16 million children."
"Here are five things for SNAP recipients to know about a pause in benefits. 1. Food assistance may be provided temporarily by your state Some states are stepping in to help provide food assistance for local SNAP recipients while the federal funding freeze continues. On the USDA website, you can access a state directory to learn more about temporary assistance and local resources in your state."
SNAP benefits stopped Nov. 1 because of the federal government shutdown, pausing benefits for about 42 million Americans, including 16 million children. The USDA has a contingency fund that does not cover even half of the $9.2 billion needed for November benefits. The Trump administration said it will partially fund SNAP following judges' rulings, but the amount and timing remain unclear. Loading funds onto SNAP EBT cards involves state and federal steps and vendors, and can take up to two weeks in some states. Some states are offering temporary food assistance and the USDA provides a state resource directory. EBT cards continue to function and leftover balances roll over.
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