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Harnett County DSS warns SNAP benefits delayed by federal shutdown; director to retire Dec. 31
Summary
The Harnett County Department of Social Services told the Board of Commissioners on Nov. 3 that SNAP food‑assistance benefits would not be issued for the month of November during the federal government shutdown, affecting more than 8,200 households — roughly 17,400 residents in the county.
The Harnett County Department of Social Services told the Board of Commissioners on Nov. 3 that SNAP food‑assistance benefits would not be issued for the month of November during the federal government shutdown, affecting more than 8,200 households — roughly 17,400 residents in the county.
"Due to the federal shutdown, food nutrition benefits will not be issued for the month of November," Paul (DSS director) told the board, noting county staff have posted information online and provided scripts for front‑desk employees to help callers check EBT balances and find emergency…
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