"SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- As the government shutdown continues, federal money for CalFresh benefits is set to run out as of Nov. 1. RELATED: Could halt in SNAP benefits, paychecks pressure lawmakers to strike shutdown deal? Over 5 million Californians rely on these benefits. While that's only 13.5% of the population, it means on Nov. 1, grocery stores could see over 1 billion less dollars spent in their grocery stores."
""Senate Democrats have now voted 12 times to not fund the food stamp program, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Bottom line, the well has run dry. At this time, there will be no benefits issued November 01. We are approaching an inflection point for Senate Democrats. They can continue to hold out for healthcare for illegal aliens and gender mutilation procedures or reopen the government so mothers, babies, and the most vulnerable among us can receive critical nutrition assistance.""
Federal funding for CalFresh benefits will run out on Nov. 1 as a result of the ongoing government shutdown. Over 5 million Californians, about 13.5% of the state population, rely on CalFresh/SNAP benefits and face losing monthly assistance. The funding lapse could reduce grocery spending in California by roughly $1 billion beginning Nov. 1, affecting stores and local food economies. Bay Area food banks are mobilizing to respond to increased need. The USDA released a statement blaming Senate Democrats for the lapse and urged reopening the government so vulnerable families can receive nutrition assistance.
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