AI-assisted summary

A potential federal government shutdown threatens to suspend SNAP benefits for about 750,000 Alabamians.

Officials recommend that those needing food assistance call 211 for the most current information on available resources.

Food pantries are experiencing increased strain, causing frequent changes to their hours and stock availability.

The SNAP, or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is set to suspend benefits nationally on Saturday, Nov. 1, due to the federal government shutdown.

The SNAP program in Alabama is managed by the Alabama Department of Human Resources. The program provides $140 million per month in assistance, according to DHR.

In Alabama, about 750,000 people — around 15 percent of the state’s population — receives assistance through the progr

See Full Page