Now that the federal government shutdown is over, Kentucky is working to issue full SNAP benefits to the 600,0000 residents who receive food assistance.

Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday that full funding will be restored by the end of the month, but hopefully sooner.

"We think a good projection is the middle of the month when people can see those dollars coming in. We'll give a better projection as we're able to review the federal guidance," Beshear said.

Due to some partial payments already being issued, Beshear added the process to fully fund SNAP this month is more complicated than it normally would be.

President Donald Trump's administration stopped funding SNAP Nov. 1. Since that time, some Kentuckians have been able to get partial payments, while others haven't received any fundin

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