The government shutdown could end soon and allow for SNAP funding again. But some Californians may have already received their benefits.

Throughout the government shutdown, the SNAP food assistance benefits have been at the center of a political fight.

Reporters from the NPR Network are covering the uncertainty and lapse in benefits in states across the country.

Gov. Healey will give an update on SNAP benefits in Massachusetts as the legal battle over funding food stamps continues.

Issues with outside vendors handling West Virginia’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits are the hold up to thousands of residents getting their food stamps amount, while some other states have already begun distributing benefits.

Nearly 60% of Americans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are either children under 18 or adults who are 60 or older.

Gov. Katie Hobbs said the Trump administration fighting the benefits in court has created a lot of chaos and put a lot of pressure on Arizona food banks.

SNAP households in Erie County start receiving full benefits, yet warnings arise for retailers to comply as AG James takes action.

At a time when millions are struggling to afford groceries and SNAP benefits remain uncertain during the government shutdown — people in Albany are taking matters into their own hands.