As of Tuesday, November 4, 2025, SNAP (food stamp) notification received is that program recipients will receive full benefit for November, which will be a combination of USDA contingency funds and Maryland state funds. However, benefits will still be delayed; the Department of Human Services (DHS) expects households that normally receive benefits in the first week of November will receive the during or after the second week in the month.

Please see links below for updated information and resources for the Federal Government Shut Down and for furloughed workers.

The State will continue to process new SNAP applications. Cash benefits including Temporary Disability Assistance Program and Temporary Cash Assistance will still be issued in November, and Medical Assistance Programs are not immediately affected by the shutdown at this time.

Clients receiving benefits are encouraged to keep their information up to date and apply at Maryland Benefits, to ensure you continue to receive all benefits when the shutdown ends. As the situation evolves, information will be shared as it becomes available.

For a listing of additional resources, click the second link below.