Pennsylvania Pushes Secure EBT Cards

Pennsylvania is rolling out chip-enabled EBT cards to stop scammers from stealing SNAP benefits—current swipe cards are easy targets for skimmers, but the new system uses randomized transaction numbers to thwart theft. After a wave of benefit thefts left families struggling to buy food, Rep. Dan Williams pushed the bill, highlighting how losing benefits can mean going a month without groceries for those barely making ends meet. The House has already passed it, sending it to the Senate for next steps. This move aims to ensure vital food aid stays with those who need it most, not criminals. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/672ec53a283b2e16