Congress created reserve funds within the Department of Agriculture to ensure that SNAP benefits would continue even in times of funding disruption. These reserves currently total around $29 billion, while monthly SNAP costs are roughly $8 billion. The reserve system was designed because both individuals who rely on SNAP and the broader economy depend on the program, with about 8% of all food purchases made using SNAP benefits.
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