Gov. Kevin Stitt warned Tuesday that Oklahoma could soon face major disruptions to food assistance programs if Congress doesn't pass a federal funding bill before November.

Speaking at the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, Stitt said a federal shutdown could halt Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds as early as Nov. 1, potentially leaving thousands of families without support.

Gov. Stitt emphasized the severity of the situation for Oklahoma. Stitt said that SNAP benefits aren't being replenished due to the Washington gridlock and that if nothing changes, the shortfall for Oklahoma in November will be approximately $205 million, with that number increasing to $350 million if the shutdown lasts through December.

Stitt emphasized that the crisis is a federal issue and state

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