“停摆”之下 美国联邦食品救济将暂停

Core Points - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, which will stop food aid distribution starting November 1, affecting over 40 million Americans [1][2] - The USDA criticized Senate Democrats for repeatedly blocking funding proposals for SNAP, leading to the depletion of its funds [1] - Over 200 Democratic representatives urged the Agriculture Secretary to utilize emergency funds to continue food aid for November, while the USDA stated that emergency funds are legally restricted to disaster relief and cannot be used for regular welfare expenses [1][2] Group 1 - SNAP covers over 40 million people, approximately one-eighth of the U.S. population, primarily low-income individuals and people with disabilities [2] - The federal government shutdown began on October 1 after Congress failed to pass a temporary funding bill before the end of the previous fiscal year on September 30, leading to a funding crisis [2] - Some states have pledged to maintain food aid distribution if the federal government stops funding, but the legality of this action is uncertain, and the USDA will not reimburse states for any costs incurred [1]