Washington lawmakers step up as SNAP funding lags during shutdown
Washington state and Seattle officials are stepping in to help families missing SNAP benefits amid the ongoing government shutdown. Governor Bob Ferguson is redirecting $2.2 million weekly to food banks, while Seattle approved $8 million in emergency funding to support local meal programs as community businesses rally to feed their neighbors.
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Washington lawmakers step up as SNAP funding lags during shutdown

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