NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Despite the Trump administration announcing that food assistance would be partially funded through November, benefits for those relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could reportedly be delayed for weeks or even months.

As the government shutdown extends, Gov. Bill Lee has announced that millions in state funding will be allocated for food banks working to serve Tennesseans in their time of need.

"As the government shutdown continues, I'm grateful to non-profit partners serving Tennesseans in their time of need," wrote Lee in a statement posted to social media. "To strengthen these efforts, I'm announcing $5 million in new state funding for food banks. Grants will be allocated based on SNAP populations in each region."

The announcement comes

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