However, experts like Bobby Kogan from the Center for American Progress argue that SNAP is an entitlement program, legally obligating the government to distribute benefits. Organizations such as the National Council of Nonprofits warn that food banks cannot meet the increased demand if SNAP benefits are halted.

SNAP benefits could be affected on Nov. 1 if the government shutdown continues. Here's how a lack of SNAP benefits would impact Ohio.

The United States Department of Agriculture has issued an alarming notice that directly impacts thousands of Americans: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, v

Nearly 42 million Americans use SNAP monthly. Do you qualify for SNAP, or food stamps in NJ? See eligibility requirements, income brackets, more.

SNAP contingency funds are available to supplement regular monthly ... a household in California must meet the gross monthly income test at 185% of the federal poverty level (FPL). The approximate maximum gross monthly incomes would be: 1-person household ...

St. Johns County commissioners agree to provide $200,000 to help SNAP recipients buy food and to suspend water disconnections in November.

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — Calling the federal shutdown and SNAP funding cuts “bull****,” St. Johns County Commissioner Sarah Arnold and fellow commissioners took swift local action Tuesday to protect struggling families. The County Commission approved $200,000 in emergency funding to help people impacted by the shutdown and partial snap funding cut.

FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - The Gloria Coles Flint Public Library is seeing a growing need for food access in Flint as families experience ongoing SNAP benefit reductions and rising food insecurity. The library said their has been an increase in the number of households served by their Saturday Community Pantry in recent weeks.

If the federal shutdown keeps going past Nov. 1, SNAP recipients may find their EBT cards drying up. Here's what to know.