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SNAP Benefit Update: Louisiana Joins States Providing Food Assistance

The suspension of those benefits threatens critical food access for millions of low- and no-income Americans across the country, serving about 1 in 8 U.S. residents.

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SNAP benefits to stop Nov. 1: What to know about the food aid shutdown

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SNAP benefits will not go out on Nov. 1. What that means in Delaware, where to get food

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SNAP Benefit Map Shows States Offering Help as Funding Expires

States across the U.S. are stepping up to help SNAP recipients as the federal government confirms that benefits will not be paid in November until the government shutdown ends.

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States sue over Trump administration suspending food benefits during shutdown

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SNAP benefits in jeopardy as shutdown continues into day 28: Updates on what's happening

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How do SNAP benefits work? What to know about the government program

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides government assistance to bring food and other necessities to low-income households.

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Here's how many people receive SNAP benefits in your state

Across the country, there are over 41 million people enrolled in the federal government’s Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP.

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SNAP benefits are under scrutiny. Here are a few things to know about the USDA program

An average of 41.7 million people, or 12.3 % of the U.S. population, received SNAP benefits each month in Fiscal Year 2024, according to the USDA. October 2025 reports indicate that about 42 million Americans participate in SNAP monthly.

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City plans food box program for Flint residents if SNAP benefits suspended

The city of Flint is making plans to launch a food voucher program to help households enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program if benefits are suspended starting on Saturday, Nov. 1.

What to know about the SNAP food assistance program set to end Saturday

Federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, used by 42 million Americans, is set to run dry on Saturday as the U.S. government shutdown continues.

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With SNAP benefits at risk, First United Methodist Church calls for community donations

Due to the government shutdown, Corpus Christi's First United Methodist Church is expanding its Communion Fund to help those in need. Here's how to help.

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San Francisco Will Cover Full SNAP Benefits for November Amid Federal Shutdown

Mayor Daniel Lurie announced an $18 million public-private partnership for the roughly 112,000 San Francisco residents expected to miss next month’s federal food aid benefits.

Senators scramble as SNAP benefits set to expire for first time ever: Day 29 live updates

The government shutdown is only becoming harder for Americans to bear. But Republicans and Democrats still have yet to strike a funding deal.