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Gov. Walz unveils $4 million for MN food shelves as shutdown could halt SNAP benefits

Gov. Tim Walz announced $4 million in emergency funding will go to Minnesota food shelves as the ongoing government shutdown threatens to cut off SNAP benefits for hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announces $4M in emergency funding for food shelves amid shutdown

Minnesota's food shelves are set to get a funding boost amid surging demand stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.

Minnesota gives $4M to food banks amid federal shutdown, USDA threatens food stamps, SNAP

As the federal shutdown threatens SNAP benefits, Minnesota directs $4 million to food shelves across Minnesota. USDA warns assistance may stop Nov. 1.
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Gov. Walz holds press conference to announce $4 million in emergency funding for Minnesota food shelves

On Monday, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will announce $4 million in one-time emergency funding for Minnesota food shelves, according to a press release.

Gov. Walz announces $4 million for Minnesota food shelves amid federal government shutdown

SNAP funding distribution across the U.S. is currently set to end on Nov. 1 as the federal government shutdown continues.
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SNAP, WIC funding cuts hitting Southeast Minnesota counties

If the continuing resolution or any other funding measures are not passed, funding for SNAP — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or food stamps as it's commonly called — will run out on Nov. 1.

SNAP aid at risk: What Minnesota is doing

The ongoing government shutdown means SNAP benefits for roughly 440,000 Minnesotans will be halted on Nov. 1. To help manage the gap, Gov. Tim Walz released $4 million in emergency funding for food shelves.
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