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U.S. Ends Federal Paper Checks Sept. 30 as Social Security, IRS Shift to Electronic Payments

Officials cite lower costs with reduced fraud risk.

U.S. To End Federal Paper Checks on Sept. 30 as Benefits Go Digital

SSA Will Continue Paper Checks for Beneficiaries Without Digital Access