Monroeville, Pennsylvania, November 7, 2025 – Country Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) released the following statement in connection with Governor Shapiro’s announcement that his administration is taking action to immediately provide full November Supplemental Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to nearly two million Pennsylvanians:
“I am grateful to Governor Shapiro for acting quickly to provide Pennsylvania families, seniors and children with full SNAP benefits this month. Access to food is a basic necessity, not a political bargaining chip, and I am relieved that nearly two million Pennsylvanians will not have to suffer from federal dysfunction.”
The federal court’s ruling is a reminder that the impasse in Washington could have real consequences for working families. In Allegheny County and across Pennsylvania, SNAP helps thousands of families put food on the table, supports local grocers and farmers, and relieves pressure on local food banks.
I will continue to work with Governor Shapiro and my colleagues in the General Assembly to protect access to food, support our charitable food network, and advocate for policies that ensure no Pennsylvanian goes hungry because of politics in Washington.”
Senator Pisciottano’s announcement on the accelerated release of November SNAP benefits appeared first on the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic website.
