Direct answer: As of late October 2025, SNAP benefits are at risk in many states due to a federal government shutdown. A large majority of states have warned that November SNAP payments may be delayed or unavailable, with some states planning to pause benefits entirely unless the federal funding is restored. States have begun exploring emergency options (e.g., state-funded supplements or rapid response resources) to help residents who would otherwise lose assistance, but the situation remains fluid and depends on federal action to reopen and fund the program. For individuals relying on SNAP, it is important to monitor official state agency announcements and local food assistance networks for the latest guidance on benefit timing and available supports.