Quote:
Originally Posted by askmrjesus
"This legislation stops waste, fraud, and abuse within the welfare program," said Rep. Charles Boustany, Jr., a Louisiana Republican.
Although it may help curtail abuse, this legislation doesn't stop waste or fraud. It just helps people like Ed feel better about themselves when they call the fire dept to unlock their front doors.
If Welfare Bob gets $100 per week, it costs tax payers $100 per week, regardless of what Bob spends the money on.
JC
|
Yep. Plus the added cost of implementing a new vendor verification system and enforcing and updating it.
This is like the Florida welfare/drug test law. Only like 2% of recipients have failed the drug test and the state has a net
loss on the program.