A 4099 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

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.

This bill requires that replacement benefit cards for the Work First New Jersey program and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) must include written instructions on how to lock and unlock the card to prevent unauthorized use. Currently, replacement cards are issued without these security instructions. The change ensures recipients receive clear, actionable guidance when obtaining a new card, directly affecting individuals who need replacement cards for cash assistance or food benefits. This amendment modifies existing law (Section 5 of P.L.1997, c.37) to mandate the provision of security protocols at the time of card replacement.
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Introduced Feb 19, 2026 Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee
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