Public Assistance Bill Gaining Traction in Missouri Legislature

(MISSOURINET) – The Missouri House of Representatives is considering a bill that aims to prevent immediate loss of government benefits such as food stamps and childcare assistance, when participants get a pay raise or consider a job promotion. Republican State Senator Mary Elizabeth Coleman tells Missourinet she is trying to reduce the dependence on such benefits…

If their monthly income exceeds the maximum benefits they are eligible for, Missourians who get food stamps, childcare assistance, Medicaid, or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families benefits would be able to get reduced benefits. A House committee is considering the bill.