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Maryland allocates $72M to ensure full SNAP benefits during federal shutdown, preventing food insecurity.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced $62 million in state funding from the Fiscal Responsibility Fund to ensure full November SNAP benefits for residents amid the federal government shutdown, following court orders requiring the federal government to use contingency funds.
Combined with a prior $10 million allocation, the state has committed $72 million to support food assistance providers, including food banks and pantries, to prevent food insecurity.
The move comes as federal funding remains uncertain, with the USDA covering only up to 50% of benefits and no commitment to reimburse states.
Maryland declared a state of emergency, continues processing SNAP applications online, and offers support to affected federal workers through job search assistance and other resources.
Maryland asigna $ 72M para garantizar los beneficios completos de SNAP durante el cierre federal, previniendo la inseguridad alimentaria.