Some states have warned that families who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program , or SNAP, may soon miss out on benefits due to the federal government shutdown .

"Starting October 16, SNAP benefits will not be paid until the federal government shutdown ends and funds are released to PA," according to a notice on Pennsylvania's state website dated Oct. 17. The Texas Health and Human Services site notes, "SNAP benefits for November won't be issued if the federal government shutdown continues past Oct. 27."

Nevada, North Dakota, New Jersey and New York, among others, have issued similar announcements about potential delays or missed benefits.

A pop-up notice on New Jersey's Department of Human Services site also noted that "it is unclear if SNAP benefits loaded

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