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SNAP could be funded in Louisiana through November. Here's the plan
Louisiana lawmakers have found a possible short-term solution to fund Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits through November. According to Sen. Cameron Henry, lawmakers are drafting legislation that will be taken up during Louisiana's special session that would allow the state to use Louisiana Department of Health funds for SNAP recipients through November.

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SNAP benefits funding runs dry, leaving Louisiana families without November assistance
SNAP benefits won't go out Nov. 1. 'The well has run dry,' USDA says.
Trump Administration Buries Legal Memo Suggesting It Could Pay November Food Benefits
Food benefits for millions have become a top flashpoint in the government shutdown that shows no end in sight.

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US government says it will stop paying for food aid next week
‘The Well Has Run Dry’: Agriculture Department Posts Stunning Notice That SNAP Benefits Are Ending
Food stamps: Facts to know as millions on SNAP face losing benefits during shutdown
The U.S. Agriculture Department told states in an Oct. 10 letter that if the shutdown continues, the program will run out of money to pay for benefits in November.

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SNAP benefits lapsing could bring more demand to community organizations
USDA website slams Senate Democrats over SNAP battle: ‘Well has run dry’
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Salvation Army expanding services as SNAP cuts loom amid federal shutdown

As the shutdown continues, The Salvation Army in Lafayette expanded its usual food distribution schedule to help community members get ahead of potential SNAP benefit disruptions.

Louisiana prepares to continue SNAP benefits with $150M in state funding monthly

Louisiana political leaders are preparing to use around $150 million monthly in state funding to help continue food assistance benefits while the federal government shutdown in Washington D.C. continues,

Louisiana And Virginia Declare States Of Emergency To Keep SNAP Benefits Flowing During Federal Shutdown

Both governments of Louisiana and Virginia have made it clear that a state of emergency can only keep SNAP going.

Louisiana plans emergency response for possible SNAP cuts

Governor Jeff Landry issued an updated statement regarding his warning that SNAP benefit cardholders may not receive benefits on Nov. 1, due to the

Gov. Jeff Landry: No new SNAP benefits for Louisiana until federal government shutdown ends

Governor Jeff Landry has warned Louisiana SNAP recipients that no new funds will be added to their cards starting Nov. 1 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
KATC

Governor signs emergency declaration to keep SNAP during shutdown

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed emergency declaration to fund SNAP benefits for elderly, disabled and children during federal shutdown.
NOLA.com

Louisiana SNAP cardholders to receive no benefits for November due to government shutdown

Food stamps will expire by the end of next week unless Congress can agree to end the federal government shutdown, Gov. Jeff Landry announced Wednesday.
The Times of Houma/Thibodaux

November SNAP benefits cancelled in Louisiana as federal shutdown continues

Governor Jeff Landry is warning all SNAP welfare cardholders that they will receive no new benefits starting November 1st due to the federal government shutdown.
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