The House Resolution urges the United States Congress to pass legislation that would allow states to be reimbursed for using non-federal funds to continue providing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during a federal government shutdown. SNAP is a crucial program that supports approximately 800,000 low-income residents in Louisiana, including vulnerable populations such as children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. The resolution highlights the financial risk to the state as Louisiana plans to allocate $150 million of its own funds to maintain SNAP benefits in November, emphasizing that this expenditure represents a federal obligation.

The resolution calls for Congress to adopt language similar to that established in Public Law 113-46, which previously allowed for reimbursement to states that fronted costs for federal programs during funding lapses. It stresses that Louisiana's proactive measures to protect its citizens should not impose a lasting financial burden on the state and urges Congress to act promptly to ensure repayment to all states involved. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the relevant congressional leaders and Louisiana's congressional delegation.