During the federal government shutdown, Guilford County remains committed to keeping residents supported and informed. Core County services will continue without interruption. Please see the following resources and frequently asked questions below to help navigate impacts until federal funding is restored.

Resources and Frequently Asked Questions

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A government shutdown happens when Congress fails to pass funding bills or a continuing resolution to authorize federal spending. Without that funding, many agencies must suspend nonessential operations.

We are:

  • Reviewing federally funded programs to identify impacts
  • Continuing to work as normal, while maintaining close contact with the state for updates and guidance
  • Monitoring developments closely with County leadership and our HHS Business Operations team
  • Striving to deliver clear, relevant information to the public

For the most part, no. The county’s core services are funded through local or state sources, not directly by federal appropriations. We expect continuity in those operations.

Local pantries include:

  • Food pantry1
  • Food pantry2

The Register of Deeds Passport Acceptance Facility remains open at this time. Please visit the U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs for information regarding processing times.

SNAP benefits will be issued for October 2025. We do not currently have information on November.

Yes, households in need of nutritional assistance are encouraged to apply for SNAP benefits during the federal government shutdown. Your local Department of Social Services are open. You may apply in person, by mail, and online at epass.nc.gov. For more information visit NCDHHS’s FNS webpage.

Yes, EBT cards will work normally.

  • SNAP and WIC benefits are expected to be funded through the end of October. Additional funding would be required to sustain the program through November.
  • Social Security, SSI, Medicare, and veterans services benefits are not expected to be affected by the federal government shutdown. Customer service needs may be delayed due to longer telephone wait times.
  • For more information on FNS benefits and impacts from the federal shutdown you may also visit NCDHHS’s website at www.ncdhhs.gov/fns. You can check your balance in the ebtEDGE app or by calling the number on the back of your EBT card. If you need access to food resources please call NC211 by dialing 2-1-1 or visit nc211.org. 

The state portion of adult day care funding will be unaffected. However, the state is unable to reimburse the county for federal programs until they receive federal disbursements.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) received notification from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that operations will continue during the lapse in appropriations. There is sufficient funding for Medicaid through December 31, 2025. 

The USDA’s Greensboro Service Center office located in the Agriculture Building is closed due to the shutdown. While USDA funding and programs are unavailable during the shutdown, technical support for agriculture needs is still available through both NC Cooperative Extension and Soil and Water offices, which are open and staffed to serve you in the Guilford County Agriculture Building, located at 3309 Burlington Road in Greensboro.  

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