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Federal Shutdown
Federal Government Shutdown
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The federal government shutdown began October 1. The following programs have been impacted by the federal government shutdown. This page will be updated as more information is available.
Page updated 11/19 - there is no new information at this time.

SNAP
SNAP benefits were issued to eligible Wyoming recipients at 12:01 a.m. on November 14.

Recipients are asked to call 1-877-290-9401 or visit the ebtEdge website to make sure benefits are available before shopping.
Click here for more information about SNAP.
Updated 11/14/2025

LIEAP
Wyoming LIEAP for heating assistance remains paused due to the federal government shutdown.
Click here for more information about LIEAP.
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Updated 11/13/2025.

Food Assistance Web Page
Housing and Utilities Assistance Web Page
DFS Employment Opportunities

Join the DFS Family

Learn More About Careers At DFS

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Contact Us & Locations

Find a Wyoming DFS location nearest you.

ECARES and Child Care Access

Find child care facilities nearest you.

I Need to Report

Learn how to report any DFS related concerns.

Central Registry

Learn how to find information from the Central Registry.

Stories From the Field

Stories From the Field

This page brings you new stories from our time in the field working with our amazing Wyoming families.

Parenting Tips

Parenting Tips

A growing collection of parenting tips compiled by the Wyoming DFS.

Public Notice/Comment

Public Notice/Comment

DFS Public Notice/Comment Information

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Assistance Programs

Assistance programs through DFS

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