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Discussion in 'News & Current Events' started by Bro. Curtis, Jul 24, 2014.

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  1. Bro. Curtis

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    AUGUSTA, Maine (NEWS CENTER) -- The LePage administration is taking another step toward pushing welfare recipients to find jobs. The Department of Health and Human Services announced on Wednesday that, starting October first, "able bodied" adults with no dependents who get SNAP benefits -- often called food stamps -- will have to work 20 hours per week or do volunteer work. There are an estimated 12,000 recipients in Maine who meet that standard…..


    http://www.wcsh6.com/story/news/loc...rs-new-work-requirement-for-welfare/13067853/
     
    #1 Bro. Curtis, Jul 24, 2014
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    Watch for a spike in the number of disabled persons.
     
    #2 Aaron, Jul 24, 2014
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    If that gets too bad, go after the Drs that "certify" the disability!!!
    Won't get 'em all, but most Drs will be very reluctant to just "assembly line" questionable claims. :smilewinkgrin:
     
    #3 just-want-peace, Jul 24, 2014
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    The whole state of Pennsylvania is on disability.:laugh:
     
    #4 Earth Wind and Fire, Jul 24, 2014
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