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Federal shutdown information

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Last updated: Nov. 13, 2025

The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history has ended. SNAP and MFIP benefits are back on schedule after weeks of uncertainty for the Minnesotans who depend on them.

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If you currently receive SNAP

SNAP and MFIP benefits will be issued on the normal schedule.

Cash benefits

Case Type	If your case number ends in	Your cash benefits will be available after 6 a.m. on the
Minnesota Family Investment Program or Diversionary Work Program	1, 3, 5, 7 or 9	Second-to-last day of the month
Minnesota Family Investment Program or Diversionary Work Program	0, 2, 4, 6 or 8	Last day of the month
General Assistance, Minnesota Supplemental Aid or Refugee Cash Assistance	0 through 9	First day of the month

Food benefits

If your case number ends in	Your food benefits will be available after 12:01 a.m. on the
4	4th of every month
5	5th of every month
6	6th of every month
7	7th of every month
8	8th of every month
9	9th of every month
0	10th of every month
1	11th of every month
2	12th of every month
3	13th of every month

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Questions on your benefits

Protect yourself from scams

Unfortunately, scammers are taking advantage of the stress and uncertainty that came with the federal shutdown. Please protect yourself and your benefits by staying alert for scams.

What to watch for:

Fake text messages, letters, or calls asking for your EBT card number, PIN, or personal details.
Promises to speed up or release your benefits for a fee.
Links in texts or emails that ask you to log in or update your information.
Text messages or phone calls asking you to repay benefits.

Remember:

Do not share your EBT card number or PIN with anyone.
If you get a suspicious message, don’t respond or click any links.

If you think you may have been scammed, contact law enforcement or call your county or Tribal human services office right away. Report your EBT card lost or stolen by calling ebtEDGE customer service at 888-997-2227.

How to help Minnesotans   

Uncertainty around federal funding for benefits increased strain on our local food shelves and created additional food insecurity for Minnesotans. If you would like to help, you could choose to donate money or food to your local food shelf.

Food programs can stretch financial donations further through bulk purchasing and partnerships. Monetary gifts also mean less time and labor to sort and stock donated items.

To find your local food shelf, visit Hunger Solutions’ Find Help map. 

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