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Gov. Andy Beshear is joining leaders from 24 other states and the District of Columbia to challenge the decision to suspend the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. SNAP provides food benefits for low-income families to fill in needs in their grocery budget.
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Good Question: Why doesn’t Governor Beshear declare a state of emergency to provide SNAP benefits?
Due to legislation passed by the General Assembly in 2024, which placed a new $75 million annual cap on emergency spending when a Governor declares a State of Emergency, the path pursued in Virginia would not be a viable option in Kentucky barring widespread support from the General Assembly.
Ky., joins Morning Joe to discuss how a freeze on SNAP benefits will hurt his state.Oct. 28, 2025
Republican attorneys general, including Ohio AG Dave Yost and Kentucky’s Russell Coleman, sent letters to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer over SNAP benefits.
Roy Miller has battled diabetes, cancer, heart problems and kidney failure in his 80 years. Come November, the SNAP recipient said he will have a new battle to fight - navigating life without food assistance.
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As the government shutdown hits day 28 on Oct. 28 with no end in sight, it inches closer to the end of key benefits. The Trump administration has warned that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will end on Nov.
Like the Trump administration, the state government is now using official government websites for partisan messaging about SNAP benefits. The post State website directly blames Trump for SNAP suspension;