The question the Senator is posing is an incorrect statement in the sense it does not require the State to give a voucher to a child whose parent has been cut off from welfare for less than 5 years. It would only require it if the State first makes a determination that the child has a need. The State makes that determination.
Addressing a misconception about welfare vouchers during a Senate debate.
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