Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announces $10 million in state funds for food banks as SNAP benefits are expected to lapse due to the government shutdown.

Gov. Wes Moore declared a state of emergency in Maryland as federal SNAP food benefits are set to run out on Nov. 1.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore declared a state of emergency Thursday ahead of the looming funding halt for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.On Oct. 10, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said debit cards used by SNAP beneficiaries to buy groceries will not be reloaded as of Nov.

Today Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced a state of emergency and a plan to fund SNAP benefits, for now. Governor Moore said, “I’m thankful that I live in a state that our people are so resilient.

The federal government shutdown has entered its 30th day, and pressure continues to mount as millions of Americans face the loss of critical food assistance.

About 680,000 Maryland residents who rely on federal food assistance programs will not receive their November benefits.

Gov. Wes Moore (D-Md.) declared a state of emergency in Maryland on Thursday as federal SNAP food benefits are set to run out on Nov. 1.

Baltimore City Sheriff Sam Cogen has launched a citywide food drive to support families affected by the upcoming cancellation of SNAP benefits.