The Colorado Joint Budget Committee unanimously approved Governor Jared Polis’ request to allocate $7.5 million in state general fund money to keep the Women, Infants, and Children program running through October.
However, no contingency plan exists if a government shutdown extends into November, leaving thousands of families uncertain about continued benefits.
For mother Janna Guardado, the WIC program has been essential for her family’s well-being. Four of her children have benefited from the program, with one daughter currently receiving assistance…