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A 3717

Requires DHS and DOH, respectively, to provide information to SNAP, WFNJ, and WIC recipients regarding card skimming, cloning, and similar fraudulent activities and to replace stolen benefits; makes appropriation.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Alixon Collazos-Gill and 3 co-sponsors

New Jersey requires DHS and DOH to educate SNAP/WFNJ/WIC recipients about card fraud and replace stolen benefits with state funding.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee
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Bill Summary · A 3717

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 3717 requires New Jersey's Department of Human Services (DHS) and Department of Health (DOH) to educate SNAP, WFNJ, and WIC benefit recipients about card skimming, cloning, and fraud prevention. The bill also mandates a process to replace stolen benefits and includes an appropriation to fund these initiatives.

Why is this important

Benefit card fraud directly harms vulnerable populations who depend on SNAP, WFNJ, and WIC for food security. Many recipients lack awareness of fraud risks or know how to report and recover stolen benefits, leaving them without resources. This bill addresses a real gap in consumer protection and information access for low-income families.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and appropriation details: The bill appropriates funds but doesn't specify the amount or funding source, raising questions about budgetary impact and prioritization
  • Replacement benefit eligibility criteria: Language doesn't clarify how quickly stolen benefits are replaced, what documentation is required, or whether all fraud claims are covered equally
  • Implementation burden: Requires two agencies to coordinate outreach across three different programs, which could create delays or inconsistent messaging without clear operational guidelines

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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