Published on October 24, 2025
By November, millions of Californians may experience potential delays or interruptions to their food benefits provided by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known as CalFresh in California, if the government shutdown is not resolved or if funding for these benefits is not secured.
Read Governor Newsom's the full statement here. If you are currently receiving supplemental food assistance, the Western Center on Law and Poverty invites you to share your experiences. They are conducting a survey to gain insights into how the government’s shutdown may be affecting your food benefits. Your feedback is valuable and will contribute to a better understanding of this important issue.
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