As the federal government shutdown continues, the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) is working to manage its far-reaching effects on programs that support families across the state.

During a joint meeting of the House and Senate Public Health, Welfare, and Labor Committees, DHS officials provided updates on how the agency is adapting to reduced federal funding. The department announced that November SNAP benefits are being recalculated using new USDA guidelines. The situation continues to evolve as federal guidelines change. The agency is sharing the latest updates on its website at humanservices.arkansas.gov.

DHS also confirmed that furloughs and county office closures—originally scheduled to begin Friday—will be postponed until at least November 22 if the shutdown persists. T

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