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Kentucky Governor Urges Congress to Fund SNAP Amidst Government Shutdown

Forbes Breaking NewsNovember 7, 20251 min16,831 views
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SNAP Funding Concerns

  • ⚠️ Governor Andy Beshear is urging Congress to ensure continued funding for SNAP benefits during the ongoing government shutdown.
  • 📌 The federal government has indicated they will not be sending at least $100 million in funding for SNAP.
  • 💡 Beshear hopes the federal government can find a way to fund SNAP even with the shutdown, or that the government will reopen in time to process payments.

Impact on Families

  • 😥 The situation is described as tough, with the potential to significantly hurt families relying on SNAP.
  • 🆘 As an immediate relief measure, Beshear suggests families turn to local communities and food banks.
  • 🎯 The ultimate hope is for a resolution that prioritizes the needs of the people.
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