LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) is warning Arkansans about potential delays or disruptions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in November if the federal government shutdown continues into next month.

The SNAP retail system may disallow purchases beginning November 1, even if you have funds in your account. The shutdown may also cause delays in processing applications or renewals.

The shutdown is not expected to have any immediate impact on ARHOME, ARKids First A or B, or any other Medicaid programs administered by DHS.

Arkansans who receive SNAP have been advised to take the following steps:

Identify local food pantries, churches, and community organizations that can provide temporary food assistance .

Reach out to family and

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