The New Orleans Advocate |
'Not harsh … not mean-spirited': Louisiana lawmakers want control over food stamps' work requirements
The New Orleans Advocate … unemployed, able-bodied adults without dependents would have to seek workforce training or lose their benefits after three months. They also can perform weekly community service to meet the work requirement. Food stamp benefits average about $194 a … House seeks decision-making in work mandate for food stamps House passes food stamp work requirements bill Will work for food? Bill requires legislative nod for food stamp waiver |
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