Monroeville, PA, November 7, 2025 – State Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) issued the following statement regarding Governor Shapiro’s announcement that his Administration is taking action to immediately issue full November Supplemental Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to nearly two million Pennsylvanians:
“I’m grateful to Governor Shapiro for acting swiftly to ensure that Pennsylvania families, seniors, and children receive their full SNAP benefits this month. Access to food is a basic necessity, not a political bargaining chip, and I’m relieved that nearly two million Pennsylvanians will not have to suffer because of federal dysfunction.
The federal court’s ruling is a reminder of how Washington gridlock can 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 reduces the pressure on community food banks.
I’ll continue working alongside 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.”