Important Update on SNAP Benefits

November 4, 2025

As a result of the ongoing federal government shutdown,SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits in New York State will not be issued beginning November 1, 2025.

Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP Benefits will not be issued in New York State beginning November 1, 2025.

Any available SNAP benefits that remain on your SNAP EBT card will still be available to use after November 1, 2025. Before going food shopping, please check your account balance online at ebtEDGE.com, on the ebtEDGE app, or by calling the ebtEDGE Customer Service line at 1-888-328-6399.

SNAP applications and recertifications will be processed. Continue to submit requested information to ensure you get your benefits when federal SNAP funding becomes available. All households will be issued any missed benefits once the federal shutdown ends.

Fair Hearings will not be scheduled about missed benefits due to the federal government shutdown.

Visit: otda.ny.gov/shutdown