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EBT Cards
In the United States, Electronic Benefit Transfer ("EBT") cards are a form of ID issued by state governments to facilitate the payment of benefits from federal and state-run needs-based public assistance programs. They are currently used for distributing benefits under programs such as TANF (commonly called "Welfare") and SNAP (commonly called "food stamps"), although their use could be expanded to other programs in the future as paper vouchers and checks become obsolete.
461 Questions
Can you buy fast food (McDonalds) with a WV EBT Card?
No. The purpose of your EBT account is to purchase food for your home, not eating out.
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As of March 14, 2011, you can use EBT cards for food items. They do not provide cash back features if your EBT benefits offer financial aid. Call your local Costco for more information.
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I just called the Costco in the Miami area and it does not accept EBT cards.
Right now they are only accepting EBT in NYC as a pilot program. Since it has been so successful they expect to accept EBT in all the stores by the end of the year.
You can use the card in CA now.
In November of 2009 Leo Ribas, Community Services Division Director for the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, issued a press release stating Costco would be accepting EBT cards "in all of its warehouse stores, following a successful pilot program in New York City." There are a number of restrictions, however, including the exclusion of Costco's club membership fee.
The article further states that the stores would be accepting as early as Thanksgiving of last year, but to be sure it is probably best to phone your local Costco before planning to shop. There does not appear to be an update of the progress of the program's implementation recently.
Can you use an ebt card at a casino?
Sure! In 2012, the federal government mandated restrictions be put in place to prohibit EBT card use in liquor stores, gaming/gambling establishments or venues. All states issue SNAP formerly known as food stamps through ebt cards.
Food EBT can be used at the point of sale system to purchase food items from retailers. Cash EBT can be used much the same way, except they will pay for non-food items. So say you buy a bunch of bananas and some paper towels; the bananas can be deducted from the Food EBT balance, and the paper towels can be deducted from the Cash EBT. A cash EBT card can also be used to withdraw money from you existing benefits balance from an ATM in the form of physical cash.
You do not have to be on social security income or welfare to receive food stamp benefits. The same goes for Temporary Assistance. You simply need to provide proof of financial burden that would make it difficult to obtain appropriate funds for you (and your family) to eat. You would need to provide proof of citizenship, proof of residency, and your employer will need to send in proof of income. Once that's done, you qualify, you're set!
How can I undeactivate my ebt card?
To undeactivate your EBT card, you typically need to contact your state's EBT customer service or the agency that issued your benefits. They can assist you in reactivating your card if it was deactivated by mistake or if you need to update your information. Be prepared to provide personal identification and any relevant details about your account. Additionally, check your state's EBT website for specific instructions or procedures.
Can a person on SSI continue to use EBT card?
Not in most states and if you get caught consequences could be serious. In most states SSI is automatic no qualify for EBT
Can you use your Ohio ebt card in Kentucky?
The store that accepts Ohio EBT Card must have a LICENSE to do so.
It is not a FEDERAL program. It is a STATE operated program.
If you beg to differ the FACTS, you may contact the issuer in Ohio of the OHIO EBT CARD directly at the Main Office at the of OHIO JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES:
Mailing Address:
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
30 E. Broad Street, 32nd Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
General Phone Numbers:
1-877-852-0010
1-614-466-2100
You may call confidentially!
I saw that too and was not happy about this so i did a little research. heres what i found in wikepedia...
"Through EBT, a recipient uses his/her EBT card to make purchases at participating retailers. Food stamp benefits can only be used to purchase food items authorized by the USDA's SNAP program. Cash benefits may be used to purchase any item at a participating retailer, as well as to obtain cash-back or make a cash withdrawal from a participating ATM.
State agencies work with contractors to procure their own EBT systems for delivery of SNAP and other state-administered benefit programs. In the United States, all SNAP benefits are now being issued via EBT.
For example, in the SNAP program, recipients apply for their benefits in the usual way, by filling out a form at their local food stamp office. Once eligibility and level of benefits have been determined, information is transferred to the state's EBT contractor and an account is established in the participant's name, and SNAP benefits are deposited electronically in the account each month. A plastic debit card, similar to a bank card, is issued and a personal identification number (PIN) is assigned or chosen by the recipient to give access to the account. Recipients are offered the opportunity to change the PIN at any time, and are offered ongoing training if they have any problems accessing the system."
What happens if a person returns food purchased with an EBT card?
The proper authorities are contacted for possible fraudulent activities, prior to any monies being returned to the electronic card's balance. Please tell your 'friends'.
Can yo use your tn ebt card in Arkansas?
Yes. The EBT program is operated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and administered by each state.
As such, you can use any state's EBT card in any other state.
