How are SNAP benefits, food banks impacted by a government shutdown?

As the government shutdown continues into its second day with no end in sight, agencies are turning to contingency plans for ...

SNAP changes take place during government shutdown. Here's what Tennesseans should know

New changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program were implemented on Oct. 1 with more coming at the end of the ...

SNAP benefit changes set in as government shuts down. How may food stamps be affected?

Oct. 1 brought both an increase to SNAP benefits and the shutdown of the government. Here's what to expect with the food ...
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The U.S. Government Has Shut Down — What Now?

The U.S. government has shut down, after Congress failed to pass funding legislation before a midnight deadline on Tuesday.

Local advocates share concerns about cuts to SNAP food benefits

Millions of people across the United States use SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, but on Oct. 1, the federal government changed eligibility requirements for thousands of recipients.