A s the federal government shutdown stretches closer to November, with it runs the risk of SNAP food benefit cuts for almost 42 million people in the U.S. - but "Texas' FEMA" is stepping in to help aid Texans in need.

The North Texas Food back is preparing to see a rise in demand for services as federal funding dries out due to ongoing government shutdown.

Starting November 1, thousands of Texans who rely on SNAP benefits, also known as Lone Star Cards, could be at risk of losing food assistance under new federal guidelines.

Starting November 2025, Texas will implement significant changes to SNAP eligibility under the One Big Beautiful Bill. These updates, affecting adults without dependents, extend work requirements and modify exemptions,