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USDA Warns SNAP Fraud May Hit $12 Billion Annually

8/13/2025

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The USDA warns that SNAP fraud could soar to $12 billion each year, with states underreporting the issue. Georgia is at the forefront, losing nearly $23 million in just the first quarter of 2025. As multi-agency efforts tackle skimming devices, advanced cyber fraud techniques pose new challenges, prompting the USDA to seek innovative tech solutions.

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The USDA warns that SNAP fraud could soar to $12 billion each year, with states underreporting the issue. Georgia is at the forefront, losing nearly $23 million in just the first quarter of 2025. As multi-agency efforts tackle skimming devices, advanced cyber fraud techniques pose new challenges, prompting the USDA to seek innovative tech solutions.