With SNAP benefits declining, and Oklahomans fearing hunger, the state is stepping in.

Monday, in a quick, emergency vote, the governor, the speaker of the House, and the Senate pro-tem voted to approve $7 million in emergency funding for hungry Oklahomans.

Gov. Kevin Stitt spoke to the uniqueness of the ongoing federal government shutdown.

If it lasts for a couple more days, and it looks like it might, it would be the longest, and its the most significant because the others did not affect . SNAP benefits that are so critical to so many people, Stitt said.

The states plan, which sends money to food banks and non-profits across Oklahoma, comes with some caveats. It will be doled out week-by-week, $1 million at a time. Additionally, subsequent payments wont be made until previous payment

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