Attorney General Dana Nessel and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services are reminding Michigan consumers to be aware of phishing text messages that claim their EBT benefit cards are locked. The message includes a phone number to call for help. Responding to these messages may allow scammers to access to the card’s funds.

EBT cards provide government food assistance, known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or food stamps. This scam is serious as those who receive benefits rely on these funds to feed their families.

If you are a SNAP recipient and receive a text message that your EBT card is locked, this is a scam. Do not respond. 

• Don’t share your EBT PIN with anyone outside your household. 
• Check your EBT account regularly for unauthorized charges. 
• Change your PIN number occasionally or if you suspect it was compromised.
• Don’t click on links in unsolicited text messages
• Don’t respond to suspicious or spam text messages

Visit Michigan Attorney General Government Imposter Scams alert to learn more.

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