Tom Vilsack: “We think a limited extension is appropriate given the fact that we are…”

On the recordFebruary 23, 2010

We think a limited extension is appropriate given the fact that we are still dealing with a fairly high unemployment level.

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Vilsack discusses the need for extending SNAP eligibility due to high unemployment.

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