Mississippi Benefits Portals for Seniors: Access MS, MESA, and Local Help

Written & Reviewed by

Analic Mata-Murray

Managing Editor

Yolanda Taylor

Senior Healthcare Editor

Last updated: April 7, 2026

Bottom Line: Mississippi does not have one senior-only benefits portal. Most older adults start with the official Mississippi Common Web Portal at Access MS for applications and renewals, then use the Mississippi Medicaid MESA Member Portal after Medicaid is approved to see coverage, claims, letters, and ID-card tools.

If a case involves aged, blind, or disabled Medicaid, nursing-home coverage, a missed deadline, or a portal login problem, stop fighting the website and call or visit the right local office. In Mississippi, that is often faster and safer than waiting for an online error to fix itself.

Emergency help now

• If you do not have enough food, call MDHS SNAP/TANF Customer Service at 1-800-948-3050 and use the official MDHS county office finder the same day.
• If your lights, gas, or other home energy service may be cut off, call Community Services at 1-800-421-0762 and find your local Community Action Agency on the MDHS contact page.
• If you need Medicaid urgently for a hospital stay, nursing-home placement, or medicine, call Mississippi Medicaid at 1-800-421-2408 or use the regional office chart to contact the office that serves your county.

The official benefits portal seniors should use in Mississippi

Start here: Mississippi does not offer one separate portal just for seniors. The main state application site is the Mississippi Common Web Portal at Access MS. That portal is used to start applications for Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and Community Services such as energy help.

But Mississippi seniors often need more than one site: after Medicaid approval, current members use the MESA Member Portal to see benefits, claims, letters, and replacement-card tools. SNAP card balance and card-security issues are handled through the official MDHS Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) page, not through MESA.

Quick facts:

• Best immediate takeaway: In Mississippi, most seniors should begin at Access MS, not a private site they found in search results.
• One major rule: MDHS says you can apply for SNAP without creating an account, but you need an account later to view notices, upload documents, report changes, and see benefits.
• One realistic obstacle: Choosing Community Services online does not finish the process for LIHEAP, Weatherization, or CSBG; the local Community Action Agency still has to contact you.
• One useful fact: MDHS says a completed SNAP application should get a decision within 30 calendar days.
• One best next step: Gather ID, Social Security numbers, income proof, address proof, utility bills, and Medicare or insurance cards before you log in.

Who should use these portals in Mississippi?

You should use these portals if you are a Mississippi resident age 60 or older, or you are helping an older adult who may need food help, Medicaid, help paying Medicare costs, or energy assistance.

• Use Access MS if you want to start or renew a benefits case.
• Use MESA if the senior is already enrolled in Mississippi Medicaid and needs to manage coverage details.
• Use the county office, regional office, or Community Action Agency if the senior has no email, no scanner, trouble reading the screen, an identity mismatch, a complex Medicaid case, or a deadline that cannot wait.

What programs a senior can apply for through the portal

Access MS for applications and renewals

• What it is: The Mississippi Common Web Portal, which the state uses to route applications to the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) and the Mississippi Division of Medicaid.
• Who can get it or use it: Mississippi residents applying for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and MDHS Community Services. For seniors, the most common uses are SNAP, Medicaid, and energy-help pre-applications.
• How it helps: The state’s current Mississippi Medicaid application guide says one electronic application can send Medicaid information to Medicaid staff and SNAP, TANF, or energy-assistance information to MDHS. With an account, seniors can also renew benefits, view notices, upload documents, check application status, and report changes.
• How to apply or use it: Start from the official MDHS SNAP application page or the official Mississippi Medicaid how-to-apply page, then follow the link to Access MS.
• What to gather or know first: Dates of birth, Social Security numbers or lawful-immigration document numbers, current income records, address information, and health-insurance information for anyone applying.

SNAP in Mississippi, including ESAP and MSCAP

Most older adults use the portal for food help first: on the current MDHS SNAP page, the maximum monthly SNAP benefit effective October 1, 2025 is $298 for one person and $546 for two people, although the actual amount depends on income and deductions.

• What it is: Mississippi’s food-benefit program through MDHS, including the Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP) and the Mississippi Combined Application Project (MSCAP).
• Who can get it or use it: Low-income seniors and other eligible households. ESAP is for households where all members are age 60 or older, no one has earned income from work, and the household is not mandatory for MSCAP.
• How it helps: It puts monthly grocery benefits on an EBT card. ESAP can be easier for older adults because the application path is simpler.
• How to apply or use it: Use Access MS, visit a county office from the MDHS office list, or use the MDHS EA 904 simplified form for ESAP. For ESAP or MSCAP help, call 1-800-948-4060. For general SNAP case help, call 1-800-948-3050.
• What to gather or know first: Photo ID, address proof, Social Security number, income proof, and any other proof listed in your notice. Keep your mailing address and phone number current so you do not miss interview or recertification notices.

Mississippi Medicaid through Access MS and regional offices

• What it is: Health coverage through the Mississippi Division of Medicaid, including Medicaid for older adults and the state’s Medicare cost-sharing programs such as Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualifying Individual (QI).
• Who can get it or use it: Low-income seniors, adults with disabilities, and some people with Medicare who need help with premiums or cost-sharing.
• How it helps: The Medicaid how-to-apply page says Access MS can be used to apply, renew, view notices, upload documents, check application status, and report changes. For Medicare cost-sharing, Mississippi’s official Medicaid page explains that QMB can pay Medicare premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance, while SLMB and QI help with the Part B premium only.
• How to apply or use it: Start online at Access MS, or use the mail, fax, or in-person options on the official how-to-apply page. Mississippi Medicaid lists fax 601-576-4164, mailing address P.O. Box 2222, Jackson, MS 39225, and local help through the regional office chart. The state’s February 2026 Medicaid guide says aged, blind, or disabled applications may require an in-person interview, and if the applicant is in a nursing home, the application should go to the regional office serving the county where the facility is located.
• What to gather or know first: Medicare card, any other insurance cards, current income records, Social Security numbers, and the exact county where the senior lives or where the nursing facility is located.

MESA Member Portal for current Mississippi Medicaid members

• What it is: The official MESA Member Portal for people who already have Mississippi Medicaid.
• Who can get it or use it: Active Medicaid members. The state’s member registration guide says a person must be 18 or older and an active member to register.
• How it helps: Mississippi’s member portal guide shows that members can view coverage, claims, prior authorizations, update contact information, search for providers, request an ID card, request a certificate of coverage, and download reports and letters. The same guide says a requested replacement ID card is mailed in about five to seven days.
• How to apply or use it: Go to the MESA page, then register using the official guide. If you need help, call the Provider and Beneficiary Services help desk at 1-800-884-3222.
• What to gather or know first: Member ID, first and last name, birth date, Social Security number, and access to the email account you will use for verification.

Community Services on Access MS: LIHEAP, Weatherization, and CSBG

• What it is: The Community Services option on Access MS, which connects people to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Weatherization Assistance Program, and Community Services Block Grant (CSBG).
• Who can get it or use it: Low-income Mississippi households. MDHS says LIHEAP is offered in all 82 counties and gives priority to vulnerable households, including older adults and people with disabilities.
• How it helps: LIHEAP can help with home-energy bills and crisis energy needs. Weatherization can help reduce energy waste in the home. CSBG may connect seniors to local emergency or stability services through the Community Action Agency in their county.
• How to apply or use it: Choose Community Services in Access MS. MDHS explains on its LIHEAP page and CSBG page that the online filing is a pre-application. Your local Community Action Agency reviews it, contacts you, and finishes the process through an appointment. Elderly or disabled households should expect an appointment within 30 business days; other households may wait up to 45 days.
• What to gather or know first: Photo ID for adults, proof of address, utility bill or landlord statement, proof of household members, and income records. For local help, call 1-800-421-0762 or use the MDHS Community Action Agency list.

Local help when the portal is not enough

• What it is: Mississippi’s county offices, Medicaid regional offices, Area Agencies on Aging, and aging-help lines.
• Who can get it or use it: Seniors who cannot use a computer, need a paper form, have a denial or notice they do not understand, or are trying to fix a complex case.
• How it helps: The MDHS contact page lists county offices for SNAP and other MDHS services. The Mississippi Division of Medicaid office page says the agency operates from one central office and 30 regional offices across the state. The Division of Medicaid also has more than 80 outstations in local communities.
• How to apply or use it: For senior-service navigation, call the Mississippi Access to Care (MAC) Network at 1-844-822-4622. For local aging services, use the Area Agencies on Aging county finder.
• What to gather or know first: Any notice letter, your case number, photo ID, and a list of the specific questions you need answered.

How to create an account step by step

Important: Mississippi publishes a detailed public guide for MESA registration, but not the same kind of public step-by-step guide for every Access MS screen. That means the safest rule is to trust the live official screen if wording changes. Start only from an official MDHS or Medicaid page.

Access MS account steps

• Open Access MS from an official state page, such as the MDHS SNAP application page or the Medicaid how-to-apply page.
• If you only need to file a new application today, remember that MDHS says an account is not required to complete an online SNAP application. Create an account when you want ongoing case tools.
• Choose the register or create-account option on screen and use an email and phone number that the senior or caregiver can actually reach.
• Write down the username, password, and any recovery details before closing the browser.
• After signing in, save a screenshot or printout showing that the account was created.

MESA account steps

• Go to the official MESA Member Portal page and choose Register Now.
• Enter the member ID, first name, last name, birth date, and Social Security number exactly as shown in the official MESA registration guide.
• Create a user ID and check availability.
• Create a password. Mississippi’s published guide says it must be 10 to 20 characters and include three of four character types: uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
• Pick a site-key image and passphrase, then choose and answer three challenge questions.
• Submit the registration, open the verification email, and finish the verification step.
• Store the user ID, passphrase, and challenge-question answers in a safe paper notebook. Many seniors remember only the password and then get stuck.

How seniors can upload proof documents

Upload the right proof to the right place: this is one of the biggest Mississippi portal mistakes.

For SNAP and TANF

Use the official MDHS document upload page. MDHS says that SNAP and TANF applications or documents submitted after state hours are date-stamped the next business day. If your deadline is today, do not wait until late evening.

For Medicaid

Use Access MS to upload documents with your application or renewal, or use the fax, mail, or in-person options listed by Mississippi Medicaid. The state’s 2026 application guide specifically advises people not to email forms or other protected health information.

For LIHEAP, Weatherization, and CSBG

The online filing is only the start. MDHS explains on the LIHEAP, Weatherization, and CSBG pages that the local Community Action Agency will tell you what to bring to the appointment.

Practical upload tips: use a flat, bright photo or PDF; upload every page; make sure the name and numbers are readable; and keep the confirmation screen or email.

How to renew benefits online

• SNAP: MDHS says on its current SNAP page that recertification works much like the first application. When your benefits are ending, use Access MS and watch for mailed or emailed notices.
• Medicaid: Mississippi Medicaid says on its how-to-apply page that you can renew online through Access MS if you have an account.
• Community Services: In Mississippi, this is usually a new pre-application or seasonal filing, not a simple one-click renewal. If you are unsure, call 1-800-421-0762 and ask your local Community Action Agency what is open in your county.

How to check application status

Use Access MS first: the Mississippi Division of Medicaid says Access MS can check application status, and MDHS says Access MS lets SNAP users check application status, view notices, and review uploaded documents.

• If you are waiting on SNAP: sign in to Access MS and then call 1-800-948-3050 or your county office if your application is complete and you are still waiting close to the 30-day mark.
• If you are waiting on Medicaid: use Access MS for the application itself. Do not expect MESA to show a brand-new case before approval.
• If you are waiting on LIHEAP, CSBG, or Weatherization: the key question is often whether the local Community Action Agency has received the pre-application and scheduled the appointment.

What to do if a senior forgets login information

Access MS

Use the portal’s on-screen recovery links if they appear. If recovery does not work quickly, do not create a duplicate account right away. Call the correct program first: 1-800-948-3050 for SNAP and MDHS benefits, or 1-800-421-2408 for Medicaid.

MESA

The official Mississippi Medicaid recovery guide says:

• Forgot User ID: choose the recovery option and enter your member ID, birth date, and Social Security number. The system sends the user ID to the email address on file.
• Forgot Password: enter the user ID, choose the forgot-password option, answer one of the challenge questions, and use the temporary password sent by email.
• Inactive account: Mississippi Medicaid posted on its late-breaking news page that MESA accounts are deactivated after 15 months of inactivity starting December 29, 2025. To reactivate, enter the user ID and follow the secure email instructions.

How to avoid fake websites and scams

Start from state pages, not search ads: use MDHS, Mississippi Medicaid, or Access MS directly. Some official Mississippi tools also sit on contractor pages, so it is safest to reach them from the state site first.

• For SNAP case actions: use Access MS and the MDHS upload page.
• For EBT card issues: use the official MDHS EBT page or call 1-866-512-5087.
• Change your EBT PIN often: MDHS says on its SNAP fraud page that clients should change their PIN frequently and, if possible, the day before monthly benefits load.
• Do not use simple PINs: MDHS warns against easy choices such as repeating or ordered numbers.
• If you see charges you do not recognize: call 1-866-512-5087 right away to request a new EBT card and change your PIN, then report the theft to MDHS at 1-800-299-6905 or through the official stolen-benefits page.
• Know the hard truth: MDHS says that beginning June 30, 2025, the state can no longer replace stolen SNAP benefits, even if the theft happened before December 20, 2024.

When seniors should apply online vs by phone vs in person

When a senior should stop using the portal and call or visit an office instead:

• The senior has been asked for an interview or an original document.
• The case involves nursing-home Medicaid or another long-term care issue.
• The same proof was uploaded more than once and still shows as missing.
• The account is locked, the recovery email never arrives, or the old email on file cannot be reached.
• The senior cannot safely use a computer, scanner, or smartphone camera.

How to apply or use the portal without wasting time

• Choose the right portal first: Access MS for applications; MESA for current Medicaid benefits; MDHS EBT tools for card issues.
• Gather papers before you start: do not stop halfway through to look for a Medicare card or utility bill.
• Apply even if you do not have every document in hand: MDHS says you are not required to gather every document before filing a SNAP application.
• Upload proof the same day if you can: this cuts down on mail delays and missing-proof notices.
• Save confirmation pages: print them, email them to yourself, or take a photo.
• Watch both mail and email: Mississippi agencies still use mailed notices heavily.
• Answer calls from the agency or call back fast: missed interview or follow-up calls can stall a case.
• If time is running out, switch to phone or in person: the website is a tool, not a rule.

Printable checklist before a senior starts an online application

• ☐ Photo ID for the senior and any other adult applying
• ☐ Social Security number for each person applying, or lawful-immigration document numbers if needed
• ☐ Date of birth for each person applying
• ☐ Current income proof, such as Social Security award letter, pension statement, pay stubs, or other benefit records
• ☐ Proof of Mississippi address
• ☐ Medicare card and any other health-insurance cards
• ☐ Utility bill or landlord statement if asking for LIHEAP or other Community Services
• ☐ Case number, if the senior already has benefits
• ☐ Notebook with usernames, passwords, recovery answers, and dates of calls
• ☐ Clear phone-camera or scanner access for uploads

Common portal problems older adults face

• Using the wrong portal: Access MS is for case filing and renewals. MESA is for current Medicaid members. EBT card tools are separate.
• Duplicate accounts: Adult children often create a second account after a bad login. That can make notices harder to track.
• Unreadable uploads: dark photos, cut-off pages, or sideways images can still count as missing proof.
• Old phone or email on file: recovery messages go to the wrong place, and the senior cannot get back in.
• Community Services confusion: people think the online filing finished LIHEAP, but the local Community Action Agency still has to schedule the next step.
• Inactive Medicaid portal account: MESA accounts can be disabled after long inactivity.

Where to get help using the portal

Use the right help line for the right program:

• SNAP/TANF case help: 1-800-948-3050
• ESAP/MSCAP help: 1-800-948-4060
• EBT cardholder services: 1-866-512-5087
• Report stolen SNAP benefits: 1-800-299-6905
• Community Services: 1-800-421-0762
• Mississippi Medicaid application help: 1-800-421-2408
• MESA Provider and Beneficiary Services help desk: 1-800-884-3222
• Mississippi Access to Care (aging help): 1-844-822-4622

Best local office to call if the online system fails

• For SNAP or other MDHS benefits: use the official MDHS county office finder.
• For Medicaid: use the Mississippi Medicaid regional office chart or the office locations page.
• For LIHEAP, Weatherization, or CSBG: use the Community Action Agency section on the MDHS contact page.

Accessibility note: MDHS says on its SNAP page that program information may be available in languages other than English, and people with disabilities can ask for alternative communication formats. The same page lists the Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339 for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities.

Reality checks

• Online is not always faster. Mississippi’s own Medicaid guide says aged, blind, or disabled applications may need an interview. Complex older-adult cases often move faster once a human worker is involved.
• Mail still matters. Older adults often watch email but miss the paper notice that actually controls the deadline.
• After-hours uploads can hurt you. MDHS says SNAP and TANF uploads after state hours are date-stamped the next business day.
• Uploaded proof does not guarantee approval. The worker may still ask for a clearer copy, another page, or an in-person interview.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Typing “Mississippi benefits portal” into a search engine and clicking the first paid result.
• Creating a new account every time a password fails.
• Waiting until the last day to upload proof.
• Checking MESA for a brand-new Medicaid application instead of checking Access MS or the regional office.
• Forgetting that Community Services online filing is only the first step.
• Ignoring mail because you expected a text message instead.
• Emailing Medicaid forms with sensitive personal information when the state tells you to use secure options instead.

Best options by need

• Need help buying groceries: use Access MS for SNAP, or the ESAP path if the household fits the age-60-plus rule.
• Need help with Medicare premiums or cost-sharing: review the Mississippi Medicaid Medicare cost-sharing page and call 1-800-421-2408.
• Need power-bill help: choose Community Services in Access MS and then follow up with the local Community Action Agency.
• Need proof of Medicaid coverage: use the MESA Member Portal to request an ID card or certificate of coverage.
• Need local aging help, not just portal help: call the MAC Network at 1-844-822-4622 or find the Area Agency on Aging that serves the senior’s county.

What to do if denied, delayed, or blocked

• For SNAP: read the denial or pending notice line by line, call 1-800-948-3050, and ask exactly what proof is missing and what the deadline is. If you disagree with the decision, follow the hearing instructions on the notice and keep a copy of everything you send.
• For Medicaid: call 1-800-421-2408 or the office on the regional office chart. Mississippi Medicaid explains on its eligibility hearings page that local and state hearing options exist depending on the issue, and the agency has 90 days to make a hearing decision.
• For LIHEAP, Weatherization, or CSBG delays: call 1-800-421-0762 and your local Community Action Agency. Ask whether the pre-application was received, whether an appointment has been scheduled, and what documents the county office still needs.
• For MESA login or account problems: call 1-800-884-3222 and ask whether the account is inactive, whether the email on file is correct, and whether a reactivation email was sent.
• If the portal is broken and a deadline is today: use the backup path on the Medicaid how-to-apply page or the MDHS office list. Waiting can be worse than switching methods.

Plan B / backup options

• Paper SNAP or ESAP application: get it from a county office or use the official ESAP page.
• Paper or fax Medicaid application: use the forms and instructions on the Medicaid how-to-apply page and official forms page.
• Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP): MDHS says the Commodity Supplemental Food Program provides a monthly food package for adults age 60 and older.
• Senior-service navigation: call the MAC Network or your Area Agency on Aging.
• Medicare counseling: use Mississippi’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) if the issue involves Medicare, Medigap, appeals, or comparing coverage.

Local resources in Mississippi

• MDHS county offices: official county office and contact list
• Mississippi Medicaid regional offices: regional office chart and office locations page
• Area Agencies on Aging: county-based AAA finder
• Mississippi Access to Care: MAC Network, 1-844-822-4622
• State Health Insurance Assistance Program: official SHIP information
• Long-Term Care Ombudsman: start from the MDHS older-adult services page if a nursing-home resident needs rights or complaint help
• Community Action Agencies: use the MDHS contact page to find the one that serves the senior’s county

Diverse communities and access needs

Seniors with Disabilities

Mississippi’s current Medicaid guide says aged, blind, or disabled applications may require an in-person interview. If a senior cannot finish that online, call the Medicaid regional office instead of waiting on the portal. For SNAP, some older adults with Supplemental Security Income may fit the MSCAP pathway.

Tribal-Specific Resources

Mississippi’s regional office and outstation list includes outstation help connected to the Choctaw Reservation, including Redwater and Standing Pine community locations as requested by Choctaw Nation officials and the Bogue Chitto Medicaid Center. If a family lives in or near these areas, it is worth checking the outstation schedule before traveling to a full regional office.

Rural Seniors with Limited Access

The Mississippi Division of Medicaid says it has more than 80 outstations in addition to 30 regional offices. That matters in a rural state. If internet service is weak or travel is hard, ask whether there is an outstation, county health-department day, or closer appointment site serving your area.

Frequently asked questions

Does Mississippi have one benefits portal just for seniors?

No. Mississippi does not have one senior-only portal. Most older adults use Access MS to apply for SNAP, Medicaid, and Community Services. After Medicaid approval, they often use the MESA Member Portal for coverage details. For SNAP card balance, PIN changes, or replacement-card issues, use the official MDHS EBT page.

Can I apply for SNAP in Mississippi without creating an Access MS account?

Yes. MDHS says on its current SNAP page that creating an account is not necessary to complete an online application. But if you want to see notices, upload documents, report changes, or view benefits later, having an account is much more practical.

What is the easiest SNAP path for a Mississippi household where everyone is age 60 or older?

If everyone in the SNAP household is age 60 or older and nobody has earned income from work, Mississippi may require the household to use the Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP). That is often easier than a regular SNAP filing. If you are not sure whether the household fits ESAP or MSCAP, call 1-800-948-4060 before you file.

How do I upload proof after I already applied?

For SNAP and TANF, use the official MDHS document upload page. For Medicaid, use Access MS or the secure fax, mail, or in-person options listed on the Mississippi Medicaid how-to-apply page. Do not assume one portal upload reaches every agency.

Can Mississippi seniors renew Medicaid online?

Yes, many can. Mississippi Medicaid says on its how-to-apply page that Access MS can be used to renew benefits if you have an account. But if the senior is applying due to age, blindness, disability, or nursing-home placement, the case may still need regional-office follow-up or an interview.

What can I do in MESA after Medicaid is approved?

According to Mississippi’s member portal guide, MESA lets members view coverage, claims, prior authorizations, letters, and provider information. Members can also request a replacement ID card and a certificate of coverage. It is a member-management tool, not the main new-application portal.

What should I do if I forgot my MESA user ID or password?

Use the recovery steps in the official MESA recovery guide. User ID recovery needs the member ID, birth date, and Social Security number. Password recovery uses the user ID, a challenge question, and a temporary password sent by email. If that does not work, call 1-800-884-3222.

What if Access MS or MESA keeps failing?

Stop and switch methods before you miss a deadline. For SNAP or MDHS benefits, call 1-800-948-3050 and use the county office finder. For Medicaid, call 1-800-421-2408 or use the regional office chart. For Community Services, call 1-800-421-0762. If needed, use the paper, fax, or in-person options instead of waiting on the website.

Resumen en español

Mississippi no tiene un portal separado solo para personas mayores. La mayoría de los adultos mayores deben empezar en Access MS para solicitar SNAP, Medicaid y servicios comunitarios como ayuda para energía. Si la persona ya tiene Medicaid, el portal correcto para ver cobertura, reclamaciones, cartas y pedir una tarjeta nueva es el portal MESA para miembros. Si el caso es complicado, como Medicaid por edad, discapacidad o ingreso a un hogar de ancianos, muchas veces es mejor llamar o ir en persona.

Para SNAP y otros beneficios de MDHS, use la lista oficial de oficinas del condado o llame al 1-800-948-3050. Para Medicaid, use la lista oficial de oficinas regionales o llame al 1-800-421-2408. Para ayuda local para adultos mayores, transporte, servicios en el hogar o preguntas sobre Medicare, también puede llamar a la red Mississippi Access to Care al 1-844-822-4622. Si el portal no funciona, no espere demasiado: cambie a teléfono, fax, correo o visita en persona. Y siempre use páginas oficiales del estado para evitar fraudes.

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