Snap Overpayment Repayment Options

Summary

In Pennsylvania, if you receive an overpayment of SNAP benefits, you may need to repay the amount. The state can withhold a part of your future benefits, and if fraud is suspected, you could face legal consequences. Overpayments can be sent to the Department of Human Services (DHS) and can be paid online through the myCOMPASS PA mobile app or the COMPASS website. To make an online payment on the myCOMPASS PA app, log in, go to the Payments tab, select Make a Payment, and follow the prompts. Always include your case number for reference. Consult a local attorney for specific guidance.

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What are the options if income was only recently reported and someone received an overpayment of snap benefits
Hello ****, each state has different laws regarding SNAP benefit overpayments. Could you please provide your location so I can give you more accurate information?
Pennsylvania
Hello ****, in Pennsylvania:
- You may need to repay the overpayment.
- The state can withhold a part of your future benefits.
- If fraud is suspected, you could face legal consequences.
Please consult a local attorney for guidance.
Is there an option to send overpayment to a department in Pennsylvania
Yes, ****. In Pennsylvania, overpayments can be sent to the Department of Human Services (DHS). It's advisable to include your case number for reference. Please consult with a local attorney for specific instructions.
Where exactly can payment be sent to the department of human services online?
In Pennsylvania, you can make online payments for SNAP overpayments through the "myCOMPASS PA" mobile app or the COMPASS website. Always include your case number for reference. Please consult with a local attorney for further guidance.
Where on the myCompass PA mobile app do I click to make online payments for snap overpayments?
To make an online payment for SNAP overpayments on the myCOMPASS PA mobile app:
*. Log in to your account.
*. Go to the "Payments" tab.
*. Select "Make a Payment."
*. Follow the prompts.
Please consult with a local attorney for specific guidance.