Jewish Federations of North America are relieved by federal court rulings that will allow the use of emergency contingency funds to help ensure that millions of families, seniors, and people with disabilities continue receiving SNAP benefits in November. This provides critical, short-term stability for households who rely on these benefits to put food on the table.
 

However, these funds are limited and may not be able to provide for everyone who depends on them for the whole month. We urge Congress to act quickly and on a bipartisan basis to ensure SNAP benefits remain fully funded, whether through an emergency appropriation or a broader resolution to resolve the shutdown. Swift action is essential to prevent deeper hardship and to uphold our shared commitment to support the most vulnerable members of our communities.