Key Social Security change for 3.6 million beneficiaries starts this month
A significant change to Social Security debit cards affects millions of beneficiaries this month.
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The brief
A key change to Social Security benefits is underway. The Treasury Department is switching the issuer of Direct Express debit cards, which are used by millions of beneficiaries.
Coverage emphasizes the scope of the change, noting that 3.6 million beneficiaries will be affected. The News-Press, USA Today, Gulf Coast News and Weather, and AL.com are among the outlets reporting on the shift.
Watch for updates on the transition process and any potential impacts on beneficiaries. Coverage does not yet specify the new issuer or details on how the change will be implemented.
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Quick answers
How many beneficiaries are affected by the change?
The change affects 3.6 million beneficiaries.
What is changing?
The Treasury Department is switching the issuer of Direct Express debit cards used for Social Security benefits.
When does the change start?
The change starts this month.
Coverage (4)
- Social Security schedule for July, new changes coming soon The News-Press · 17h ago
- Social Security is making a change to debit card used by millions USA Today · 17h ago
- Treasury to switch Direct Express debit card issuer for Social Security benefits Gulf Coast News and Weather · 17h ago
- Key Social Security change for 3.6 million beneficiaries starts this month AL.com · 17h ago
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