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Governor Mark Gordon announced Tuesday he is exploring options around the potential suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments on November 1 due to the ongoing federal shutdown. The Governor’s first priority will be to ensure families across the state in need of assistance do not go hungry.
In a media release issued by the Governor’s Office, Gordon said that in Wyoming we know how important it is to solve problems which is why he knows food pantries, churches and other organizations across the Cowboy State are ready to step up and help. Gordon added that he’s working on ways to provide assistance and that in the meantime, he has no doubt that Wyoming citizens will help by donating to their local food pantry, church pantry and charitable organization.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), around 29,000 people in 13,000 households receive SNAP benefits in Wyoming. The average monthly benefit is around $386 per household. The program spends around $5.2 million to $5.4 million per month on Wyoming families. SNAP participants in Wyoming received around $62 million in benefits in 2024. Children and seniors receive the majority of the benefits.
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Last modified: October 30, 2025