In Pennsylvania, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program has been suspended for the month of November due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Frederick, Md. (DG) – Thousands of Pennsylvanians who depend on food assistance are facing new uncertainty as SNAP payments are temporarily halted amid the federal government shutdown. The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services says the suspension affects benefits for November and will remain in place until Congress restores federal funding. State officials are reminding families to keep their information up to date so payments can resume quickly once the budget impasse ends. The pause could impact thousands of low-income households who rely on SNAP to help put food on the table. In the meantime, residents are encouraged to reach out to community food banks and local support organizations for help during the shutdown.