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Why Strong Work Requirements are Important in Maryland's Welfare System
By Kirk A. Johnson, Ph.D., Peter Kazanjian Law
Published on Monday, August 01, 2005
MARYLAND POLICY REPORT
Compared to other states in the mid-Atlantic region, Maryland has done comparatively well in reducing welfare caseloads over the past several years. The welfare system in Maryland, however, can and should be improved. This analysis looks at the issue of why work requirements should be directly tied to welfare receipt, and how Maryland’s program can be strengthened through strong work requirements.
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