Alabama DHR recommends locking EBT cards to prevent out-of-state fraud
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Alabama officials recommend locking food stamp cards to prevent out-of-state fraud
HUNTSIVLLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is recommending that all EBT cardholders utilize the new Lock/Unlock feature on the ConnectEBT app and website, especially the “Lock Card Everywhere” option which will help block out of state fraud. From May 2023 to Dec. 20, 2024, Alabama DHR replaced $15.9 million of SNAP
$4 million in Alabama EBT Card funds stolen in 1 month: What you need to do
The Alabama Department of Human Resources is asking EBT card users for assistance as it suspects tens of millions of dollars in stolen fund fraud. DHR is strongly recommending all EBT users to use the new Lock/Unlock feature on the ConnectEBT app and website. It says the “Lock Card Everywhere” option will help block out of state fraud.
Alabama DHR recommends locking EBT cards to prevent out-of-state fraud
HUNTSIVLLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Alabama Department of Human Resources is recommending that all EBT cardholders utilize the new Lock/Unlock feature on the ConnectEBT app and website, especially the “Lock Card Everywhere” option which will help block out of state fraud. From May 2023 to December 20, 2024, Alabama DHR replaced $15.9 million of SNAP benefits due to EBT fraud. From October to December 20, 2024, over 26,000 reimbursements were approved …
Alabama officials recommend locking food stamp cards to prevent out-of-state fraud
The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is recommending that all EBT cardholders utilize the new Lock/Unlock feature on the ConnectEBT app and website, especially the “Lock Card Everywhere” option which will help block out of state fraud.
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