Bad News! Date Confirmed for End of Food Stamps — Millions of Hispanics Will Be Affected

• End of Food Stamps on November 1
• Congress Fails to Approve Funding
• Hispanic Families Among the Most Affected

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has warned that benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — commonly known as food stamps — will be suspended starting November 1 if the government shutdown continues.

The announcement comes amid an extended federal closure, raising alarm among millions of families who depend on the program to purchase essential groceries.

Food Stamps to Be Cut Off Due to Government Shutdown

Senate Democrats have voted 12 times not to fund the food stamp program. The well has run dry — no benefits will be issued on November 1… pic.twitter.com/UMXeSgUvR3

— Ruben Carrillo (@RubenCa66974933) October 26, 2025

In an official statement, the USDA placed responsibility on Senate Democrats for failing to approve funding to keep SNAP operational.

According to the agency, “the well has run dry,” and no benefits will be issued until a bipartisan agreement reopens the federal government.

Anna Kelly, White House spokesperson, accused Democratic lawmakers of “shamelessly politicizing the needs of vulnerable families.”

Current reserves, estimated between $5 and $6 billion, fall short of the $8 billion typically needed for monthly SNAP distributions.

The USDA also released guidance confirming that it will not use emergency funds to sustain SNAP payments if the shutdown extends beyond October 31.

This decision increases pressure on Congress to pass a spending package to reopen federal agencies and restore benefits.

SNAP Food Stamps Shutdown: Hispanic Families Will Lose Benefits

The suspension of SNAP payments will hit millions of low-income Americans, including a large proportion of Hispanic households who rely on this assistance for food security.

In states such as New Mexico, more than 20% of residents receive food assistance — totaling nearly $90 million per month.

If food stamps are stopped, the impact will be especially harsh for Latino families with young children, single mothers, and senior citizens.

Without this support, many households may face food insecurity and be forced to cut back on essential groceries.

The situation also threatens local businesses — such as supermarkets and neighborhood stores — that depend on purchases from SNAP beneficiaries, particularly in areas with high Hispanic populations.

State Officials Respond

State Representative Nathan Small of New Mexico described the potential SNAP suspension as “an unprecedented direct blow” to communities in the state, according to Univision News.

He added that, while it’s too early to outline specific measures, the state government may consider emergency options to cushion the impact if federal funds are not restored soon.

What’s Next

The government shutdown has now entered its fifth week, with no clear progress toward a funding agreement.

If Congress fails to approve a deal before November 1, millions of SNAP recipients will lose assistance immediately.

Some states may attempt temporary emergency measures, but available funds are limited and options remain narrow.

Meanwhile, the USDA reiterated that the SNAP food stamps program will remain suspended until the federal government reopens and new resources are allocated.