How SNAP and WIC are affected by a government shutdown

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) are the two major food stamp programs in the United States. The programs help more than 40 million needy people across the country buy food. State and local authorities administer food stamp programs, but the federal government is responsible for funding them. Some people are wondering how a looming government shutdown, which would begin Oct. 1 if a new budget bill isn’t passed and signed into law, could affect food stamp benefits. THE QUESTION Could food stamp benefits run out during a government shutdown? Read more: https://www.verifythis.com/article/news/verify/shutdown-verify/wic-snap-benefits-government-shutdown-how-long-can-food-stamps-last/536-1d12dab9-fc9d-4c27-b892-b61c60117e87 ------------------------------ At VERIFY, we're answering your questions about what's true and false. Visit our website at verifythis.com If you've seen a viral claim online and you're not sure whether it's true, let us know! Email questions@verifythis.com or text us at 202-410-8808. Find us on social @verifythis. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verifythis Twitter: https://twitter.com/VerifyThis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verifythis/