NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut leaders are weighing in on a ruling ordering the Trump Administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the federal government shutdown.

Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) sent News 8 this statement:

“Today’s ruling found that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s decision to suspend SNAP benefits was likely unlawful. While this ruling may offer last-minute relief for the many who rely on SNAP, I urge the federal government to honor it now and for Secretary Rollins to use not only the department’s contingency fund but also her transfer authority to increase benefits. Connecticut Department of Social Services is prepared to issue November benefits as soon as USDA authorizes payment. In the meantime, we will continue to work closely with our comm

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