Eastern Oregon food stamp recipients face up to two-week delays due to a federal processing backlog.

Residents in eastern Oregon and local food banks are preparing for a delay in federal food stamp benefits due to a processing issue, potentially affecting thousands of households. Officials say the disruption stems from a system-wide backlog, though the exact cause remains under investigation. While no official timeline has been released, some recipients may see payments delayed by up to two weeks. Food banks are increasing inventory and staffing to help meet rising demand during the uncertainty.