DSS recommends Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cardholders protect their benefits by creating a new PIN regularly.
For more details, see How to protect your EBT benefits by creating a new PIN.
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Connecticut passed new legislation requiring DSS to spread out SNAP benefit issuance dates throughout the month rather than concentrating them in the first few days. Read up on the changes that start March 1.
DSS benefits have changed due to the federal budget reconciliation bill (H.R.1). Find out how it will impact you on our website, which answers questions about work requirements and exemptions for SNAP and HUSKY (Medicaid).