Food banks are preparing for a surge as federal food aid could be paused in the government shutdown

Increased need at food banks amid government shutdown and snap benefits ending

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The West Texas Food Bank is sounding the alarm as they are struggling to provide food as they see an increased need as the government remains shut down and snap benefits end November first. "Right now, we know that there are 135,000 individuals that are on SNAP benefits. There are 4,808 federal employees right now that are going without paychecks," Libby Stephens Chief Executive officer for the West Texas Food Bank sa…

Food banks brace for possible shortfalls - American Press

The effects of the near-month-long government shutdown are being felt by Americans everywhere. Louisiana residents are no exception. SNAP benefits – which help feed about 800,000 Louisiana residents – will be paused on Nov. 1 if the government shutdown continues, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In response, Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency on Friday, and Louisiana lawmakers have proposed a plan that would redirect …

Wisconsin food banks brace for end of SNAP funds as federal shutdown continues

Food service providers across Wisconsin say they’ve felt a squeeze in recent months, as household costs have increased and federal programs for the needy have been canceled. Now, with the prospect of a pause in federal food assistance looming, they’re bracing for an acute spike in need. The post Wisconsin food banks brace for end of SNAP funds as federal shutdown continues appeared first on WPR.

‘I’m terrified’: Hunger looms as millions prepare to lose food aid amid shutdown

LOS ANGELES — Michaela Thompson, an unemployed mother in the San Fernando Valley, relies on federal assistance to afford the specialized baby formula her 15-month-old daughter needs because of a feeding disorder. At $47 for a five-day supply, it’s out…

Advocates want state to step in on SNAP; Gianforte says it's federal responsibility

On Nov. 1, federal authorities say funding will run out for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which helps lower-income families pay for food. Theyve directed states like Montana not to issue SNAP benefits during the government shutdown.In some states, though, leaders have tried to find ways to use state money to keep benefits flowing temporarily. Now, some advocates and lawmakers want Montana to do the same but Gov. Greg Gi…

Food Lines Are Already Growing Longer All Over America

ZeroHedge - On a long enough timeline, the survival rate for everyone drops to zero