1.   Benefits are deposited directly into the accounts, which recipients can access using their EBT card and a personal identification number.

2.   Each recipient has an electronic account in which the benefits are automatically deposited each month.

3.   The benefits were then deposited, sometimes electronically, into the various accounts, from which Rodriguez withdrew money, often with his ATM card.

4.   Under the scheme, welfare benefits are still deposited directly into bank accounts.

5.   Food stamp benefits are deposited electronically in the account each month.