As you are likely aware, this Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) skimming scam is a nationwide issue. It is also a technology-driven crime committed, at times, by organized rings in which the criminals steal EBT card information by installing electronic devices on ATMs or store point-of-sale (POS) terminals to capture card information, which is commonly referred to as skimming.
Connecticut, through the Department of Social Services, was one of the first states in the nation to implement a replacement benefit plan, having done so in June 2023. Below are some tips for recipients to keep your benefits safe.
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