India, Nov. 13 -- Millions of Americans who rely on the paused Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) might receive payments as soon as 24 hours after the government shutdown ends. The longest government shutdown in US history ended on Wednesday, November 12, with President Donald Trump signing a bill to reopen the government.

USDA spokesperson Alec Varsamis said in a statement on Wednesday that most states will get the funds to distribute benefits "within 24 hours," once the government reopens, according to Politico. The House is expected to pass the funding package and send it to President Trump's desk Wednesday night. The deal would restore the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to its original spending levels.

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