Across Ohio, nearly 1.4 million people buy groceries with SNAP. That safety net now hangs by a thread. Federal overhauls, state budget shifts, and new local rules threaten deep cuts. Children, seniors, and working parents stand to lose the most. Food banks brace for empty shelves while lawmakers debate who deserves help.
Recent Federal Shutdown
A 2025 shutdown delayed November payments. About 1.4 million Ohioans lost full benefits. Payments dropped by half for weeks. Food banks ran out of supplies. The state spent $25 million on emergency aid.
New USDA Rules…