The end of the longest government shutdown in US history has prompted state officials to rapidly restore full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to about 41.7 million participants nationwide.Despite advancements, 72% of SNAP recipients express concern about affording enough food for the holidays, with a projected average holiday budget of $93 for Thanksgiving.The US Department of Agriculture has issued guidance for state agencies to ensure the prompt distribution of full November allotments, while advocates urge for more stable measures to support SNAP funding amid ongoing food insecurity.