BATON ROUGE - Gov. Jeff Landry said he is seeking a way to ensure that Louisianians who rely on SNAP benefits will not go hungry if the government shutdown lasts through Nov. 1.

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"Notifications from LDH have been sent out stating that, because of Democrat Leader Schumer's Shutdown, SNAP beneficiaries may run out of funds by November 1. I have been in discussions with other governors across the nation, as well as with our legislative leadership. I am making it a top priority to ensure that seniors, individuals with disabilities, and children who rely on food stamps do not go hungry in Louisiana. Democrats’ political games need to end,” Landry said in a statement.

WBRZ previously reported that recipients would not get their benefits due to SNAP

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