Government watchdog dedicated to improving Pennsylvania state government by promoting ethics, integrity, and accountability.
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🚨SCAM ALERT! @PAHumanServices (DHS) will never call or text you asking for personal information about your benefits.
Please report any texts or calls about DHS benefits that seem suspicious by calling the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477). #phonescam #ebt
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OSIG protects the integrity of public benefits programs. Report suspected public benefits fraud to our office for investigation.
🔗OSIG.pa.gov
☎️1-800-932-0582
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The external affairs team is in Philadelphia today visiting @CarpentersHall the birthplace of The Association of Inspectors General. We’re excited to share what they’ve been up to, so stay tuned!
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Our oversight experts are here to help! Grantee Integrity Training is free and available to all state grantees. In-person and virtual training is available!
📝Sign up today: bit.ly/GranteeTraining
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Don’t lose your SNAP benefits!
🏠 Keep your address up to date with DHS by calling the Customer Service Center or updating your address through COMPASS at dhs.pa.gov/COMPASS.
AND (You must do both!)
📬 Keep your address up to date with the United States Postal Service so you don’t miss any important mailings about your benefits!
Learn more: dhs.pa.gov/work
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Our work is done by agents and investigators. So, what’s the difference?
👮 Special Agents investigate and stop public benefits crimes.
🔍 Special Investigators look at state government agencies and contracts to make sure they are running with integrity.
Both protect your tax dollars and keep Pennsylvania working for you! 💪💰
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Better tips mean better investigations. 📝🔍
Keep the Five Ws in mind when reporting state government misconduct.
☎️1-855-FRAUD-PA
🔗OSIG.pa.gov
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Change your PIN to help protect your benefits from skimming. Here’s how. ⤵️
☎️Call the DHS hotline at 1-888-EBT-PENN
💻 Visit connectebt.com
📲 Download the ConnectEBT or myCOMPASS PA mobile apps
📷Learn how to protect your benefits at OSIG.pa.gov/skimming.
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SCAM ALERT! Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) will never call or text you asking for personal information about your benefits.
Please report any texts or calls about DHS benefits that seem suspicious by calling the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477).
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Integrity is at the heart of our mission—and that includes standing with the LGBTQ community this Pride Month and every month. At OSIG, we believe that building a culture of accountability starts with honoring the dignity of every person. 🏳️🌈 #PrideMonth
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You lock your house.🏠 You lock your car.🚗 Now, you can lock your card! 💳The EBT Card Lock feature is now available in Pennsylvania! Download the free, secure ConnectEBT mobile app or visit connectebt.com to get started. @PAHumanServices
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Our hearts are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Kristen Yeager, of the Central Berks Regional Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty. Yeager answered the call of public service and responded with honor and bravery. Her service and sacrifice will not be forgotten.
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Two lock settings to protect your benefits everywhere. EBT users can lock their card both in and out of PA.
⚪Lock my card everywhere, blocks all in store and online purchases.
⚪Lock my card outside of PA, blocks purchases made from out of state.
EBT Card Lock feature is available on the ConnectEBT app or at connectebt.com.
🔒Select – Lock Everywhere for the most protection.
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Grants require Integrity. Get ahead-sign up for GIT.
This free training helps grantees understand their responsibility when managing grant money.
In-person and virtual training is available!
📝Sign up today: bit.ly/GranteeTraining
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For the nearly two million Pennsylvanians who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to avoid hunger, these benefits are essential.
Our work to stop skimming and public benefits fraud helps keep benefits with the families, seniors, and disabled people who need them.
Learn more at osig.pa.gov/skimming.
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Skimmers have been found across the Commonwealth. Check before you swipe to protect your benefits. Signs of a skimmer can be -
⚠️The card reader looks different in some way.
⚠️Tape or glue is found on the card reader.
⚠️Security stickers are broken or missing.
🔗 osig.pa.gov/skimming
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Our offices are closed for Memorial Day. Today we remember those who have served our country with honor and bravery.
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🚨 SCAM ALERT FOR EBT USERS! 🚨
If you receive a call or text asking to share your EBT information - it is a SCAM! Hang Up. Do not reply.
@PAHumanServices will never call or text and ask for your personal information.
Report calls and texts like this to the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477).
Scam calls and texts are on the rise. Hang up. Do not reply. Protect your benefits.
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We would like to welcome Mason, our intern, to the OSIG team! 👋
Mason is currently studying Political Science at Tufts University where he is a member of the Undergraduate Historical Society and Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law professional fraternity. 📜 ⚖️
A graduate of @sthschool he was the Captain of the Varsity Football Team and Student Body Vice President! 🏈 🗳️
Looking forward to a great summer with Mason on board!
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At the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, you’ll find:
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#CommonwealthCareers #PAJobFair #FindYourPassion
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