SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — As the deadline for a federal government shutdown looms, concerns are growing over the fate of federal food assistance programs. If Congress fails to take action before midnight on Sunday, millions of Americans who rely on these programs could be left without the support they need.
One program that could be particularly hard hit is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). Nearly 7 million mothers and young children rely on WIC for financial support, which helps cover the cost of nutritious food.
In the event of a government shutdown, the fate of these programs would be up in the air, putting additional pressure on local food pantries. The potential loss of benefits could create an even bigger burden for families who are already struggling to make ends meet.
The full article is available at ozarksfirst.com.
(Story by Sha'Diya Tomlin, ozarksfirst.com)
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