Among the many consequences of a federal shutdown are impacts to benefits for those in need, think SNAP or WIC.
Those food assistance programs are quickly running out of funding, causing many families to worry about the security of their groceries.
In a statement, the state Department of Social Services writes, “DSS is closely monitoring the potential impacts of a federal government shutdown on public assistance programs.”
The statement goes on, “At this time, federal guidance confirms SNAP benefits are funded through October 31, 2025.”
In a separate statement, Governor Larry Rhoden writes, “the federal government issued guidance on October 1 that SNAP payments would not be available if the shutdown continued into November.”
Rhoden goes on, “Let’s deal in the facts, congressional Republicans have voted several times, alongside a handful of Democrats, to reopen the government,” and described Democratic negotiations as “obstruction.”
Further, the DSS acknowledges there is uncertainty for families, and encourages the public to watch for updates as new information becomes available.