SNAP, Dan McKee and state of emergency
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Snap Benefits Food Stamp Shutdown Looms
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The USDA has stated that November benefits for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) have been paused nationwide until further notice.
Although Republicans control both chambers of Congress and the White House, the filibuster rule in the U.S. Senate effectively means 60 votes are needed to pass substantive legislation. The GOP advantage over Democrats in the Senate is only 53-45, with two independents who vote with Democrats.
Administered by the Central Carolina Community Foundation, the fund will help support local food banks amidst the upcoming increase in demand. Gov. Henry McMaster calls on residents to donate as they would during a natural disaster.
Governor Youngkin steps in with VENAP to protect SNAP benefits for Virginians if the federal shutdown persists, ensuring vital meal assistance continues.
The emergency funding for the program formerly known as food stamps would help 1.4 million Michigan residents who face losing food assistance in November as the federal government remains shut down.