SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) said they have received instructions from the Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to hold November SNAP issuance and ongoing benefits until further notice.

FNS said because of the ongoing federal government funding lapse, there may be limited availability of funds to pay the benefits for 42 million people across the country.

MDHHS said the federal government’s delay of SNAP benefits will place Michiganders at risk of food insecurity and poverty.

SNAP, a program for families and individuals across Michigan to access food, is the nation’s largest food assistance program and one of the most effective tools to reduce food insecurity.

Nearly 13% of Michigan households, approxi

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