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- The U.S. Treasury will phase out paper checks for most federal payments, including Social Security, starting today.
- The shift to electronic payments aims to modernize the system, cut costs, and curb fraud.
- Electronic transfers cost about 15 cents; paper checks cost 50 cents; enrollment options include direct deposit or a government-issued debit card.
- Less than 1% still receive paper checks.
