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Nov. 10, 2025
What you need to know, talking points
- Due to ongoing legal challenges, we will not be able to issue any new funds to people in Oregon until we have more clarity.
- ODHS will continue to share updates about benefit availability through our website, news releases and social media channels.
- People with benefits on their EBT cards already should spend as usual.
- We encourage people to check their EBT balance by phone, app and online.
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) staff can reassure customers that their full November SNAP food benefits will remain on their Oregon EBT cards and can be used normally to buy food.
Last week, a federal court ordered the U.S. Department of Agriculture to release 100 percent of November SNAP benefits. Acting quickly under that court order and at the Governor’s direction, ODHS issued benefits to all eligible Oregonians on November 7.
Over the weekend, the Trump Administration attempted to challenge that decision, but the activity will not reverse Oregon’s actions. As a result, people’s November SNAP benefits will stay on their cards and will not be taken back. SNAP recipients should continue using their benefits as they normally do.
Governor Tina Kotek affirmed that Oregon followed the law and acted swiftly to prevent hunger during a difficult time. “Oregon acted lawfully, given the federal court’s directive and the communications with the USDA, and my decision to ensure SNAP benefits went out quickly was in direct alignment with my food emergency declaration,” Governor Kotek said in her November 9 statement. “Oregon will fight every step of the way to make sure people can keep the groceries they need.”
The Governor and Attorney General Dan Rayfield continue to monitor the case closely and are prepared to respond if further federal actions threaten access to food assistance.
Acting Director Liesl Wendt expressed appreciation to ODHS staff for their quick, compassionate response: “We know the uncertainty has been stressful for you and for the people we serve. Your actions show the best of ODHS.”
Supporting customers
In short: November SNAP benefits are on people’s cards, will stay there, and can be used as normal.
If customers have questions, remind them they can check their EBT balance using the official ebtEDGE app or website, or by calling 888-997-4447.
If they believe their benefits are missing, they can call the ONE Customer Service Center at 800-699-9075. A reminder that the federal government shutdown does not affect the new SNAP eligibility rules and work requirements required under federal law (HR 1).Those changes are still going into effect. Receiving full benefits for November does not change eligibility reviews, reporting requirements, or future benefit amounts.
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