LOS ANGELES — Millions of Californians who are currently enrolled in CalFresh, which is the state’s program for supplying SNAP benefits (also known as food stamps), will see a major decrease in their monthly funds by April.

This comes as federal lawmakers voted to end the COVID-19 emergency allotments for the program by March.

It also comes when inflation is still soaring and some low-income families are struggling to secure steady employment. Food banks across the greater LA region say they’re preparing for an influx in demand, as recipients of the program try to close that gap in assistance through the food bank’s services.

Many in California are urging Gov. Newsom to adjust his 2023-2024 budget proposal and bolster funding for food banks and CalFresh.