Government shutdown threatens FoodShare benefits for Wisconsin residents

The Brief:

Wisconsin's FoodShare program will pause benefits starting Saturday, Nov. 1, due to the federal government shutdown

The shutdown began Oct. 1 when Congress failed to agree on a funding bill

Residents with disabilities who rely on specific food types face particular challenges in finding alternatives

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin residents who depend on FoodShare benefits will lose access to the program starting Nov. 1, as the federal government shutdown continues to impact state-funded assistance programs.

Gov. Tony Evers announced that FoodShare benefits will be paused because the program relies on federal funding. The shutdown began Oct. 1 when Congress failed to reach agreement on a funding bill.

For Madison resident Abigail Tessman, who has cerebral palsy, the loss of bene