The federal government has shut down for the first time in nearly seven years. Government shutdowns hurt our working-class families, children, and elders the most – many of whom are already affected by Trump’s tariffs, horrifying ICE raids, and mass federal layoffs. We will continue to monitor for impacts to federal programs and funding streams that children and families rely on, including nutrition (WIC and CalFresh), ECE, and child welfare. We will update the coalition as the situation evolves.

Please share questions or updates with Andrew: andrewcheyne@grace-inc.org. 

Resources

• What Counties Need to Know When a Government Shutdown Happens
• New Proposal Shows Congress Can Enact Guardrails to Ensure a Deal Is a Deal for 2026 Funding | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
• What Happens if the Government Shuts Down? | Bipartisan Policy Center
• Government Shutdowns Q&A: Everything You Should Know | Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
• How Will a Government Shutdown Affect SNAP Benefits? – Food Research & Action Center
• The Administration and State Officials Should Take Steps to Keep WIC Operating During a Partial Government Shutdown | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
• U.S. Department of Agriculture Lapse of Funding Plan
• IRS Lapsed Appropriations Contingency Plan
• HHS Contingency Staffing Plan