LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Officials with the Arkansas Department of Human Services said SNAP recipients may have trouble with their benefits come November.

Officials said that the government shutdown “may prevent November benefits from being issued on time.” They added that they have requested additional guidance from the program administrator, the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

In preparation for the possible delay or disruption, officials stated that DHS has reached out to local food banks and community partners to prepare for a potential surge in requests for food aid.

DHS has listed steps Arkansans receiving SNAP benefits should take:

1. Identify local food pantries, churches, and community organizations that can provide temporary food assistance. The Arkansas Foodbank provides an onlin

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