November 9, 2025 12:36pm Updates
Late yesterday, USDA issued a memo to states telling them to continue procedures to issue partial SNAP benefits for November. In the same memo, it also told states to “immediately undo any steps taken to issue full SNAP benefits for November 2025.” While we wait for additional court rulings as to whether or not states should issue full November benefits, we urge Oklahoma to take swift steps to issue the approved partial November benefits in compliance with federal guidance.
The delay for November benefits has already and will continue to cause unnecessary hardship for hundreds of thousands of Oklahomans who rely on SNAP to feed their families. SNAP is our nation’s first line of defense against hunger. SNAP beneficiaries deserve better than to be treated as political bargaining chips.
We remain ready to continue to leverage public-private partnerships to ensure that no Oklahoman goes hungry. We will announce further details about the status of SNAP benefits availability in Oklahoma as they become available.
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SNAP Benefits Update
SNAP is vital to Oklahoma’s economy and families.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) supports close to 700,000 Oklahomans and contributes $120 million A MONTH into our state economy. That money flows through local grocery stores and food retailers, keeping communities strong and local economies moving.
Even during a government shutdown, it’s important to keep your SNAP information up to date. Continue to apply, renew, and report any changes in income, household size, or address. This helps avoid delays in receiving benefits and ensures your application is ready to be processed as soon as full operations resume. Staying current now can make a big difference later.
Benefits already on EBT cards will remain available.
Oklahomans can continue to use their existing SNAP benefits after November 1. However, no new benefits will be added until federal funds are released, meaning many families will soon face empty balances.
DUO will still be redeemable after Nov. 1.
DUO funds are valid for up to 60 days after they are awarded. DUO can be earned as long as SNAP benefits are used for purchases.
Charities cannot fill this gap.
Food banks and pantries play an essential role in Oklahoma’s hunger safety net, but for every nine meals SNAP provides, the charitable food system provides only one. No amount of donated food or emergency aid can replace the scale of federal SNAP benefits.
The only solution is to release SNAP dollars.
The shutdown has created a crisis that directly affects families and local economies. The most urgent and effective way to prevent further harm is for the federal government to release SNAP funding immediately.
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