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The government shutdown has ended. It affected some federal employees and some public benefits like public housing, food benefits, and energy assistance. Check with your county or Tribal Nation for more details.

Federal Employees

Public Benefits

Public Housing Tenant Rights: Learn more about HUD Tenant's Rights During the Government Shutdown from National Housing Law Project
Statewide Updates on Benefit Impacts: The federal government shutdown ended on November 12, 2025. SNAP and MFIP benefits are back on track and will be issued on the normal schedule going forward. Find more information here: Federal shutdown information | Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families
Impacts on Energy Assistance Program: benefits may be delayed, but you should still apply now. Find out more about the Energy Assistance Program.

Food Resources

The federal government shutdown ended on November 12, 2025. SNAP and MFIP benefits are back on track and will be issued on the normal schedule going forward. Find more information here: Federal shutdown information | Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families

If you need help getting enough food for your family, contact your county to find out if there are food shelves or other resources you can use. Some information is below: