Ala DHR launches chipped EBT cards for SNAP and TANF benefits

DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — The Alabama Department of Human Resources will give EBT card holders new, chip-enabled cards.

According to DHR, these new cards will increase card security and add more protection against theft of EBT benefits.

The DHR is conducting a pilot program in these Alabama counties:

  • Autauga
  • Bullock
  • Chambers
  • Chilton
  • Coosa
  • Lee
  • Lowndes
  • Macon
  • Russell
  • Shelbu
  • Tallapoosa

Following a successful pilot program, chip-enabled EBT cards will be mailed to all cardholders in remaining counties…

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