SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- With the government shutdown crossing the one month mark and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding still unclear, the Helpline Center is using their connections to help make sure everyone's needs are met during the shutdown.

Previously the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which oversees the SNAP, stated in a memo on their website "At this time, there will be no benefits issued November 1."

According to The Hill, The Trump administration will provide partial food stamp benefits this month. This comes after two federal judges ruled on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must continue to fund SNAP.

South Dakota Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden said in a social media post called on South Dakotans to donate to local food banks and for

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