Maxwell Frost Urges State to Stopgap SNAP Funding
Democratic U.S. Representative Maxwell Frost is calling on Florida to provide stopgap funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as a federal shutdown threatens to withhold funding for 3 million Floridians relying on federal food assistance.
If the shutdown extends into November, funding for SNAP could be withheld, affecting millions of people in Florida. Frost sent a letter to Governor Ron DeSantis and Senate President Ben Albritton, urging them to address the matter.
Floridians are already dealing with worsening unemployment and soaring grocery prices. Food banks in Central Florida have already been reporting a record number of neighbors in need and strained resources.
Meanwhile, Washington Republicans are increasingly blaming congressional Democrats for stalled talks. Frost's request comes as a government shutdown continues, putting the livelihoods of millions of people at risk.
Author's summary: Frost urges Florida to fund SNAP amid federal shutdown.
- 3 million Floridians rely on federal food assistance
- Funding for SNAP could be withheld if shutdown extends into November
- Frost sent a letter to Governor DeSantis and Senate President Albritton