A State of Emergency was declared in Maryland as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are set to lapse on November 1, Gov. Wes Moore announced.

Governor Wes Moore is making sure Maryland families don’t get caught in the crossfire of Washington’s political mess. The state’s top leader announced he’s authorizing $62 million from Maryland’s Fiscal Responsibility Fund

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has declared a state of emergency to use federal emergency funds and keep food assistance running as SNAP benefits are set to expire this weekend.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) won’t cover any gaps in SNAP payments with state dollars despite bipartisan calls to do so, while D.C. will fund gaps with city reserves.

Maryland and Virginia leaders have conflicting opinions on President Donald Trump’s announcement to only partially fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for the month of November.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore releases $62 million in state funding to ensure full SNAP benefits for low-income families during federal government shutdown.

The decision by Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s administration will allow 680,000 residents who receive SNAP benefits to continue using the food stamps program through November.

The order came after two judges ruled the federal government must use contingency funds to at least partially fund the food aid program.