The Trump administration said in a court filing that it would use a reserve to cover "50% of eligible households’ current allotments."

Effects of the pause will be especially widespread in Texas, which has the highest population of food insecure people in the country.

Hancock highlighted a new regional economic dashboard, dubbed “TexStats”, now available to view on the comptroller’s website. The program displays various economic data points for specific cities or regions within Texas.

Several restaurants are offering discounted or free meals, and assistance is available through food banks and these community groups.

Democrats argue Gov. Abbott has used his authority during COVID-19, the Uvalde shooting and border operations to free up emergency funds.