Requires DHS and DOH, respectively, to provide information on SNAP, WFNJ, and WIC recipients regarding card skimming, cloning, and similar fraudulent activities and to replace stolen benefits; makes appropriation.
This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Human Services (for SNAP and WFNJ programs) and Department of Health (for WIC) to provide recipients with clear information about card skimming and cloning fraud risks, prevention tips, and how to report stolen benefits. It mandates that both departments establish a process to replace stolen benefits using federal funds first (following federal SNAP rules), then state funds if federal funds are unavailable. The bill also requires departments to work with card vendors to implement security upgrades like microchips, transaction alerts, and usage limits on electronic benefits cards. Additionally, departments must report annually on fraud incidents, replaced benefits, and fraud prevention efforts to the Governor and Legislature.
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Introduced Mar 7, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee
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