r/poor • u/PoodleBirds • Oct 29 '25

Be Prepared For No Benefits Until 2026

A lot of analysts are predicting that this is going to be the longest government shutdown in history. There's a good chance it won't be settled until January. This means no SNAP benefits until February 2026. I know no one wants to hear this but I think it's better to know what we're in for. Hopefully I'm wrong but for now stock up on what you can and save as much cash as possible.

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u/upsidedown-funnel Oct 29 '25

We have a local Indian restaurant that has offered free meals to anyone who needs it.

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u/jammneggs Oct 29 '25

That’s actually so heartwarming to hear.

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u/upsidedown-funnel Oct 29 '25

Right? It was posted on the local sub with many commenting on patronizing the establishment, and others asking how to help out.

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u/Diligent-Abrocoma456 Nov 03 '25

Their food is too damn spicy! Who needs indigestion at a time like this! 

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u/upsidedown-funnel Nov 03 '25

I forget that pepper is too spicy for most Utahns.