Michigan lawmakers are moving to protect food aid as the federal government shutdown threatens benefits. Federal SNAP payments, which feed nearly 1.4 million residents and total about $260 million monthly, are set to pause starting in November. House Democrats propose using $900 million in state funds to keep SNAP running and an extra $12.5 million for local food banks and pantries. The plan faces political hurdles: Republicans control the House and blame Democrats in Washington for the shutdown, while state Democrats point to federal inaction.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
