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NJ A4099
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Linda Carter
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AI Summary
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Requires replacement electronic benefit cards for Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to include written instructions on card security procedures
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Instructions must clearly explain how recipients can lock and unlock their benefit cards to prevent unauthorized use
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Amends P.L.1997, c.37 (C.44:10-75), which governs New Jersey's electronic benefit distribution system
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Current law requires the Commissioner of Human Services to issue replacement cards but does not mandate security instructions accompany the replacement
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Revises Work First New Jersey program and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program procedures to require information on security protocols be provided when replacement benefit cards are issued.
Children, Families and Food Security
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee
2/19/2026