EBT cards
Coverage of EBT cards in the Nexus archive.
- Maryland’s EBT cards are getting ‘tap and go’ upgrades to address theft concerns
Maryland is distributing new chip-enabled EBT cards to 943,000 recipients to combat theft via skimming devices. The cards, which will replace swipe-only versions by September 30, were produced by Fidelity National Information Services. The U.S. Secret Service recently removed 22 skimming devices in Maryland, preventing potential losses of $22.9 million.
- EBT fraud? Oh SNAP! No surprise in state awash in welfare cash
SNAP’s EBT cards, designed to assist low-income families with food purchases, are alleged to have been used to fund a cashback scheme at LA’s Escamex Party Supplies. Jesse Cervantes-Gomez is accused of processing fake transactions on recipients’ cards and returning half the amount in cash.
- Texas launches upgraded WIC cards with real-time benefit tracking through new app
Texas has introduced upgraded EBT cards and the myWIC app for WIC recipients, enabling real-time benefit tracking, remote updates, and enhanced security features.
- State to restrict sugary drinks for SNAP recipients
The state will restrict the purchase of sugary beverages for SNAP recipients using EBT cards, joining existing prohibitions on alcohol and tobacco. This policy aims to limit access to high-sugar drinks through government-assisted nutrition programs.