Government shutdown hits Day 25 with no deal in sight

The government shutdown is now on Day 25 with no resolution in sight, as both sides remain entrenched in their positions over th

Baby formula brand announces discount for SNAP-eligible families amid government shutdown

The formula brand, “Bobbie,” said that they are offering a discount on the Bobbie Organic Original formula for SNAP-eligible families.

SNAP Benefits: Trump Admin Rejects Use of Emergency Funding Amid Shutdown

More than 200 Democratic lawmakers sent a letter Friday to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins urging her to use the contingency fund to continue the program.

Denver cafe prepares for wave of food insecurity as SNAP benefits pause amid federal shutdown

As the government shutdown stretches on, thousands of furloughed workers are missing paychecks. Another blow looms for families already struggling to put food on the table. SAME Café says it's ready to help the community.
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USDA won't shuffle funds to extend SNAP during shutdown, in about-face from earlier plan

Agriculture Department officials said Friday they cannot use a contingency fund to continue paying the SNAP program, despite earlier shutdown guidance allowing its use.

Valley families at risk after SNAP benefits end next month

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program also known as SNAP. If the shutdown continues, officials said SNAP benefits will not be distributed to its recipients. SNAP, sometimes known as food stamps, offers monthly benefits to help low-income families buy food.
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