PHOENIX - As the federal government shutdown continues, its effects on people's daily lives are starting to show.

In recent days, we have reported on how the shutdown has left federal workers with missed paychecks and airport ground stops due to air traffic controller staffing issues.

On Oct. 27, it was reported that no SNAP benefits will be issued on Nov. 1 as a result of the ongoing shutdown. The Arizona Department of Economic Security has also announced that approved SNAP participants in the state will not receive their November benefits.

Here's what to know about SNAP, how the benefits pause could affect Arizonans in need.

What is SNAP?

According to USDA's website , SNAP stands for "Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program," and it "provides food benefits to low-incom

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