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Baltimore County Taps Rainy Day Fund for $4 Million in Emergency Food Aid

County leaders say the allocation will help keep pantries stocked as federal SNAP payments may lapse on Nov. 1 during the shutdown.

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Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier announces that the county will invest $4 million to support food assistance for SNAP recipients, federal workers and other residents affected by the federal government shutdown. (Natalie Jones/Staff)
Prince George's County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy speaking at a press conference about the attack on the bus (WTOP/John Domen)
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Overview

  • County Executive Kathy Klausmeier announced $4 million in county support for furloughed federal workers and households that rely on SNAP.
  • Budget and Finance Director Kevin Reed said the funds will come from the county’s Rainy Day Fund, which was reinforced in the fiscal 2026 budget.
  • The administration is seeking immediate Baltimore County Council approval of an emergency measure to route money to the Community Assistance Network, Student Support Network, Maryland Food Bank and Meals on Wheels.
  • Officials estimate roughly 50,000 county households depend on SNAP and about $18 million in benefits are issued to local families in a typical month.
  • The county action complements Gov. Wes Moore’s $10 million state grant to regional food banks, and providers report a sharp rise in demand.