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USDA proposes chip and tap-to-pay technology for EBT cards
USDA announced a proposal to add chip and tap‑to‑pay capabilities to SNAP EBT cards, technology already used in about a dozen states, to curb fraud.
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What happened
No final rule or deadline has been set.
Why it matters
Stakeholders should monitor USDA’s forthcoming guidance and assess whether existing point‑of‑sale systems can support chip and tap‑to‑pay for EBT transactions.
Business impact
Retailers may need to invest in hardware upgrades and staff training to accept the new EBT format, affecting operational costs and transaction processing.
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review POS capabilitiesHigh priority
Determine if current point‑of‑sale equipment can be upgraded to support chip and tap‑to‑pay for EBT.
track USDA guidanceMedium priority
Monitor USDA publications for final rulemaking timelines and technical specifications.
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