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Appropriate funds

To formally set aside money for a specific purpose by a legislative body, such as Congress.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

A federal program, commonly known as food stamps, that provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families.

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

A federal program that provides healthy foods, nutrition education, and healthcare referrals for pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children from low-income families.

Fiscal Year (FY)

A 12-month period for budgeting and accounting purposes. The federal government's fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30.

Continuing Appropriations

A type of temporary legislation that allows federal agencies to continue operating, usually at previous year's spending levels, when Congress has not passed regular appropriations bills by the start of the fiscal year.

Lapse in appropriations

Occurs when Congress fails to pass appropriations bills or a continuing resolution, leading to a temporary shutdown of non-essential government operations due to a lack of funding.

Block grants