EBT cards to experience downtime Monday

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Individuals and families using their Electronic Benefit Transfer cards might experience downtime from 1-6 a.m. Monday, the state advised.

Individuals and families using their Electronic Benefit Transfer cards might experience downtime from 1-6 a.m. Monday, the state advised.

Consumers are asked to avoid making transactions during these morning hours. Consumers can resume regular use of their cards after 6 a.m. Monday.

From May 12-15, the state Department of Human Services will be converting its EBT system from the current vendor, JPMorgan Electronic Financial Services, to a new EBT vendor, Fidelity Information Services Government Solutions.

EBT cardholders experiencing issues beyond 6 a.m. Monday can call the same helpline as usual at 1-888-328-4292.

Limited helpline service will be available to EBT cardholders during the downtime period.