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The government shutdown that began Oct. 1, 2025 means that November SNAP payments may be delayed, although full November payments should eventually be paid.
- Without regular funding during the shutdown, the federal government stopped providing the money states need to make SNAP deposits.
- On Thursday, Nov. 6, a federal court ordered the government to restore full November SNAP benefits. Late Friday night, Nov. 7, the United States Supreme Court paused that ruling, leaving the timeline for benefits unclear.
- Check the Propel app or your state SNAP website for updates as more information becomes available—some people’s payments are still likely to be delayed, but expect your full November benefit amount eventually.
- If you received your full or partial November deposit before then, it should not be affected.
- The best way to stay informed about upcoming SNAP deposits and shutdown news is to download the Propel app or visit your state SNAP website to check for updates about November payments.
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Can I keep using my EBT card in November?#can-i-keep-using-my-ebt-card-in-november
Yes. You can keep using your EBT card to buy food during the shutdown, even if your deposit is late. If you have any remaining funds on your card, you can still spend those.
Will there be back pay for missed November SNAP payments?#will-there-be-back-pay-for-missed-november-snap-payments
Even though full November SNAP payments will be sent out, they are likely to be delayed for many people.
If you received a partial SNAP payment, it’s not clear how you’ll receive the remainder of your November SNAP benefits—in the past, missed payments have come with the following month’s payment after a shutdown ends.
If you’re struggling to feed yourself or your family because of the government shutdown, there are some extra steps you can take that may help cover some of the gap of missed November SNAP payments—check local food banks near you, make sure your kids are signed up for free school lunch if they’re eligible, and check out our other tips for finding cheap groceries.
