They won’t starve to death. Not sure where you could find it, but disaster preparedness has been developed to very high levels in our Federal government but even more so in our State governments. Every state can run their own operation.
There are also very large NGOs that would play a part, the grocery industry has one for instance. It is an awesome operation during times of disaster.
Okay. I work for an Alphabet Agency and I am aware of the plans. There is definitely some stored food (freeze-dried/MRE-style). However, enough to last everyone, a year? No.
And regionally, especially the cities, there will be enough disorder to prevent effective distribution. Further, if the government collapsed due to lack of money to keep the EBT cards running... how are they paying their people to distribute the stores? Without people to distribute, how does the food get to them?
Look, it's clear I won't be able to sway you. I get that. Perhaps it is your own personal lack of preparation that subconsciously motivates you?
So, sincerely meant, best of luck to you.... I'm taking a different approach.
I was in the middle of the Northridge Earthquake. You want to trust the feds and state, go ahead. Me, I'll take care of me and mine.