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Many programs in Minnesota are managed by the state, but several rely on federal funding or support and may be impacted during the shutdown. Information for specific programs can be found below. Energy Assistance Program - EAP The state's Energy Assistance Program is still waiting for federal funding for this program year. Benefits may be delayed due to the government shutdown. However, applications are still currently being accepted, and individuals are encouraged to apply. Click here to view the full notice on the Minnesota Department of Commerce website: https://mn.gov/commerce/energy/consumer-assistance/energy-assistance-program/ Minnesota Family Investment Program - MFIP The Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) benefits include cash and food assistance. Based on a federal court ruling on October 31st, the Department of Children, Youth, and Families is expecting to provide at least partial SNAP food benefits in November. MFIP cash benefits will be issued as normal. Click here to view the full notice on the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families website: https://dcyf.mn.gov/federal-shutdown Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP Based on a federal court ruling on October 31st, the Department of Children, Youth, and Families is expecting to provide at least partial SNAP food benefits in November. The amount of money households will receive is still unknown. Who to Contact With Questions: Households should contact their county or Tribal Nation where their case resides with any questions about it. Click here to view the full notice on the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families website, including protection from scams as well as other information: https://dcyf.mn.gov/federal-shutdown Follow the links below for additional information on the government shutdown: Congress.gov FAQ on Government Shutdowns and Executive Branch Operations: https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/R47693#_Toc207705398 USAFacts FAQ and General Information: https://usafacts.org/

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