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John B. Breaux: The question is: Is it not possible that the States do not have to provide food stamps for the child you are talking…

On the recordJuly 18, 1996
The question is: Is it not possible that the States do not have to provide food stamps for the child you are talking about if they do not want to?
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John B. Breaux

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Discussing state responsibilities regarding food stamp provisions.

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