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Local WIC officials warn of potential increased need if SNAP benefits are delayed
Riley County Commission · October 28, 2025
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Summary
WIC staff told the commission KDHE submitted a needs assessment to USDA during the federal shutdown and that local agencies expect increased demand if SNAP benefits are not issued for November. County WIC is coordinating with community partners to secure infant formula if necessary.
Caitlin Spatz and a colleague from the Riley County WIC program updated the commission on Oct. 27 about contingency planning amid the federal government shutdown.
Spatz said the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) submitted a needs assessment to the U.S. Department of…
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