Louisiana plans emergency response for possible SNAP cuts

Published on October 27, 2025

Governor Jeff Landry issued an updated statement regarding his warning that SNAP benefit cardholders may not receive benefits on Nov. 1, due to the federal government shutdown.

Ben Broussard, Chief of External Affairs, has put in motion an emergency response to collect as much food as possible if benefits are cut. Catholic Charities of Acadiana is one of the non-profits that began seeking a solution. 

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