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WIC eases check-in appointments through remote access, launches new EBT cards
By Priscilla Totiyapungprasert at El Paso Matters
· July 8, 2026
· 6 min read
El Paso resident Brianna McBride said she has to forgo food benefits for her and her 2-year-old daughter this month after postponing a mandatory check-in for the Women, Infants and Children program. Her rescheduled appointment isn’t until August.
But new changes in the WIC program could make ...
Key takeaway Children younger than 5 make up more than half of all WIC participants, according to recent data from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The introduction of remote check-ins for WIC participants in El Paso will likely have a significant impact on working mothers like Brianna McBride, who struggle to balance their job schedules with in-person appointments. With many low-income families in the city relying on the service industry for employment, the flexibility offered by remote access will be crucial in ensuring they receive their monthly food supplements without interruption. The new EBT cards and myWIC app will also provide an added layer of convenience, allowing clients to track their purchases and appointments online. As the local WIC agency serves a substantial number of people, approximately 26,000 in any given year, these changes have the potential to make a tangible difference in the lives of many El Paso residents, particularly those with limited mobility or conflicting work schedules. This development may also help reduce the number of participants who, like McBride, are forced to forgo benefits due to scheduling conflicts.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: El Paso Matters ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? El Paso resident Brianna McBride said she has to forgo food benefits for her and her 2-year-old daughter this month after postponing a mandatory check-in for the Women, Infants and Children program. Her rescheduled appointment isn’t until August.
But new changes in the WIC program could make ...
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