New York residents began receiving full monthly benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for November, even as the federal government shutdown continues to cast doubt over future payments. Here’s what…
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New York Health Foundation Pledges $1M to Feed Families Amid SNAP Crisis
As the federal government shutdown drags on, millions of Americans face food insecurity. In New York, 3 million people risk going hungry after SNAP food assistance was delayed and partially funded. The…
NY Lawmakers Call on Gov. Hochul to Cover SNAP Food Benefits with Surplus Funds
New York state lawmakers from across the political spectrum said Gov. Kathy Hochul should be prepared to pick up the full tab for food assistance benefits that are in limbo due to…
NY FOCUS: Surprise Trump Move Will Upend New York Food Stamps
This story originally appeared in New York Focus, a nonprofit news publication investigating power in New York. Sign up for their newsletter here. NEW YORK STATE · October 9, 2025 Surprise Trump…