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SNAP Disruptions During Government Shutdown
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It is difficult to talk about ‘healthy choices’ when families face empty refrigerators,” a pediatric specialist says.
The megabill further shuttered the SNAP-Ed, a federally funded grant program that "helps people make their SNAP dollars stretch, teaches them how to cook healthy meals, and lead physically active lifestyles," according to the program's website. Funding for SNAP-Ed ended Oct. 1.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides government assistance to bring food and other necessities to low-income households.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is a major piece of the U.S. social safety net used by nearly 42 million, or about 1 in 8 Americans, to help buy groceries.
In an unprecedented situation, tens of millions of Americans could lose access to a crucial food assistance program starting on Saturday amid the federal government shutdown.
Trump is seeking a court ruling on SNAP payments during the government shutdown as 42 million Americans face uncertainty over November food stamp benefits.
The Michigan Senate supports creating a backup fund for SNAP food assistance in the state, but the House has yet to vote.
The judges ruled in favor of local officials who sought to force the federal government to keep the SNAP program running in November.