The City of Birmingham preparing response to potential SNAP benefit disruption | City of Birmingham, Alabama

The City of Birmingham Prepares for Possible SNAP Benefit Disruption

Mayor Woodfin plans to ask the Birmingham City Council to allocate $1 million to support households at risk of losing their November SNAP benefits due to the federal government shutdown. This financial aid is part of a broader three-part strategy aimed at reducing hardship among elders, children, and families affected by the disruption.

"The funding would be part of a three-part response plan to lessen the impact of this potential crisis on elders, children, and families."

Response Plan Overview

This initiative demonstrates the city’s commitment to mitigating the effects of federal funding delays on its residents.

Summary: Birmingham is proactively securing funds and resources to minimize hardship for families facing SNAP benefit disruptions caused by the federal shutdown.

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