HOUSTON — The federal government shutdown is now affecting programs that help millions of families put food on the table. SNAP benefits for November are on hold, leaving Texans worried about how they’ll afford groceries.
Millions of Texans will not receive their SNAP benefits starting November 1 because of the ongoing federal shutdown. Food banks, pantries, and other community organizations are stepping in to help those who rely on the program.
How many Texans are affected
SNAP — the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — is a federally funded program that helps one in eight Americans buy groceries.
In Texas, the program is managed by the State Health and Human Services Commission and supports more than 3.5 million people, including thousands of families across the Houston area…