COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — The Colorado Joint Budget Committee unanimously approved Governor Jared Polis' request to allocate $7.5 million in state general fund money to keep the Women, Infants, and Children program running through October.

However, no contingency plan exists if a government shutdown extends into November, leaving thousands of families uncertain about continued benefits.

For mother Janna Guardado, the WIC program has been essential for her family's well-being. Four of her children have benefited from the program, with one daughter currently receiving assistance.

"I've got too many kids to worry about," Guardado said.

If funding runs out in November, Guardado would face difficult choices about her family's food budget.

"Honestly, it would be a struggle," she said

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