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Rep. Woolford’s plan to secure Michigan bridge cards advances through the House
RELEASE|September 3, 2025

State Rep. Jason Woolford (R-Howell) today applauded the advancement of his bill to strengthen protections against fraud in Michigan’s food assistance program.

Fraud in Michigan’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has surged in recent years. Reports show that fraud jumped by 387% from 2023 to 2024. During the 2024 fiscal year alone, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) approved 1,664 of the 1,926 requests filed to replace stolen benefits, totaling nearly $885,000 in losses.

House Bill 4746, sponsored by Woolford, would require DHHS to issue bridge cards with chip-enabled technology. These updated cards would provide stronger security, making it significantly harder for bad actors to steal benefits through skimming devices and other fraudulent means.

“Taxpayer dollars should never be vulnerable to criminals who are looking to exploit hardworking Michigan families,” said Woolford. “For too long, we’ve seen stories of scammers stealing benefits right out of the hands of those who need them most. By adding secure chip technology to bridge cards, we can better protect families while ensuring that taxpayer resources are used for their intended purpose.

“Everyday Michiganders trust the chip on their debit and credit cards to safeguard their own money,” said Woolford. “It’s time we apply that same level of protection to bridge cards, which provide food security for thousands of families across our state. By stopping criminals before they can steal benefits, we’re not only protecting the families who depend on this program, but we’re also saving the state millions in losses.”

House Bill 4746 now moves to the Senate for further consideration.

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