S 2967
Requires State to adopt practices to reduce SNAP benefits theft and to replace stolen SNAP benefits under certain circumstances; upgrades criminal penalties for SNAP benefits theft; makes appropriation.
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Bill overview
This bill requires New Jersey to implement practices to reduce SNAP benefits theft and to replace stolen benefits under certain circumstances. It upgrades criminal penalties for SNAP benefits theft, particularly for amounts exceeding $150, and mandates the state to adopt enhanced security measures for electronic benefits transfer (EBT) cards, such as requiring strong identification numbers and two-factor authentication. The bill also includes an appropriation to fund these initiatives.
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