Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes brace for food impacts from federal government shutdown

ST. IGNATIUS — The pain of the continuing federal government shutdown will soon impact millions of Americans, including thousands of Montanans.

But some organizations and tribes — including the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes — are stepping up to alleviate the issue before SNAP funding runs out on Saturday, Nov. 1. Tribal leaders and programs are preparing to help feed local families as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits face uncertainty .

One option available is the CSKT Food Distribution Program, which is open to all residents on the Flathead Reservation, provides fresh produce, meat, and dry goods.

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