Question: You’ve written about who won’t be eligible for SNAP after Nov. 1 but what about those of us who are still eligible? Will we get it if the shutdown is ongoing?

Answer: No, not if the federal government budget impasse persists into November, according to the state Department of Human Services, which updated its website Thursday, including with information about the new Hawaii Relief Program, intended to help needy families with children bridge the gap if payments from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps, are disrupted. Here are key updates:

Q: Will I still be able to use my current SNAP benefits already loaded onto my EBT card from October or past months?

A: “Yes. As long as retailers remain authorized by the U.S. Department of Agricu

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