HOUSTON - The Houston Food Bank gave away goods to families as many worry about a possible federal food assistance halt coming November 1st . The issue comes after nearly one month since the government has been shut down, leading to many closures and pauses on federal funding.

SNAP benefits: Houston Food Banks giving goods

What they're saying:

According to the Houston Food Bank, approximately 425,000 residents in the Houston area rely on SNAP benefits to feed their families.

"We’re just patiently waiting hoping that they’ll come to the table and make an agreement and open back the federal government so we can continue to live our lives," TSA Agent/Volunteer Willie Phlegm said. "I just hope that those up there in Congress, they can sit down at the table and just, you know, make a de

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