New way to protect your EBT card info from being stolen
(WBRE/WYOU) — The Shapiro Administration announced a new way for SNAP benefit users to digitally lock their EBT cards to prevent benefit theft.
The new function allows you to lock and unlock your EBT card with ConnectEBT.
There are two options on the ConnectEBT app or website: 'lock my card everywhere' and 'lock my card outside PA'.
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The Department of Human Services and the Office of State Inspector General said they are aware of SNAP theft in Pennsylvania, especially in incidents of card skimming. This new feature is one way people can protect their EBT cards while they are not in use.
You can watch the tutorial on how to use the new security feature.
'When someone's SNAP benefits are stolen from their EBT card, that means they may not be able to feed themselves or their families that month. That is unacceptable. DHS has been working diligently with our partners in OSIG to ensure that the benefits we administer stay with the Pennsylvanians who need them. We are proud to announce this new card lock safety feature that allows you to lock your EBT card when not in use to protect your SNAP and cash benefits from skimming and theft… I encourage all Pennsylvanians who receive SNAP or other cash benefits to download the free, secure ConnectEBT app and take advantage of the easy-to-use locking feature today.''
said Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh
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