Experts warned that Americans face a "tough time" as food banks are unlikely to be able to meet the incoming demand.
A Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits halt is expected to start on Nov. 1, unless an agreement is reached to reopen the government.
SNAP, administered by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) under the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), provides vital assistance to low-income households.
Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Services has informed all states that there may be insufficient funds to pay November benefits through the federal SNAP Program
This was stated by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Thursday.
Author's summary: SNAP benefits to halt on Nov. 1.