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Virginia DSS investigating more than 12 reports of stolen benefits; chip card technology planned for this fall | WDBJ7

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The Virginia Department of Social Services is investigating reports of stolen SNAP benefits from residents in Danville, with an emphasis on the use of card skimmers. To combat this issue, the department plans to implement chip card technology this fall and encourages users to lock their EBT cards when not in use.
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Virginia DSS investigating more than 12 reports of stolen benefits; chip card technology planned for this fall
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