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Lawmakers Push for Action Over Stolen SNAP Benefits
Lawmakers in New York City are urging the city and state to address stolen SNAP benefits after an investigation revealed widespread fraud. They cited California's success in reducing such theft and demanded information on New York's security measures, while victims lack recourse to replace stolen funds. Efforts to implement chip cards, which could prevent fraud, are delayed, and state budgets have not allocated funds for reimbursements.
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