NEW YORK CITY - Food stamps, also known as benefits given by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), help many people afford the nutritious food they need. It's a helpful government benefit that aids millions of families nationwide and the United States Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) does not tolerate food stamp fraud.
SNAP fraud is a serious crime, that takes advantage of low income families. FNS works closely with the state and federal partners, law enforcement, SNAP retailers, EBT processors, and other industry experts to prevent and detect food stamp frauds, or scams. This guide will help you recognize food stamp fraud and help you make the most of your government benefits.
