On Friday, the Mayor of Cincinnati and Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) announced a temporary pause on water bill shutoffs. This measure applies to residents affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown. It is intended for SNAP beneficiaries and furloughed federal workers who are experiencing financial hardship.
Eligible customers must contact GCWW and provide documentation. SNAP recipients can use an EBT card. Federal employees can use an official furlough notice. The pause on utility disconnections will begin on November 7, 2025. It will last until the federal shutdown ends…