Why Nov. 1 is a key date in the government shutdown. Impacts on SNAP, WIC, Obamacare.

The government shutdown appears likely to continue into the week leading up to Nov. 1. Here's why that's a key date.

Monroe County program helping people at risk of losing SNAP benefits amid government shutdown

A Michigan nonprofit says it has seen an uptick in calls from concerned residents after state officials announced SNAP benefits would be temporarily paused amid the federal government shutdown.
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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.

Bill to fund SNAP in shutdown introduced in House

Rep. Marionette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa) on Friday introduced a bill to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as the government shutdown threatens payments of the food

Regional food bank fears government shutdown, SNAP cuts could create 'perfect storm'

The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York was facing soaring demand before the shutdown. Cuts to food stamps could push it to the limit.
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Shutdown Day 24: DC federal workers without paychecks, SNAP funding deadlines loom

The federal government shutdown is nearing the four-week mark, with lawmakers seemingly no closer to a deal. Friday came without a paycheck for many impacted D.C. federal workers.

Gov. Lee will not use state reserves for SNAP food aid if shutdown holds, GOP officials open

Gov. Bill Lee says he "shares frustration" of poor families that won't see federal SNAP benefits but won't use state funds to keep food on their tables.
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