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Adriano Espaillat: There is no evidence to suggest that these increased work requirements would decrease reliance on safety net programs.

On the recordMay 23, 2023
There is no evidence to suggest that these increased work requirements would decrease reliance on safety net programs.
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Adriano Espaillat
Democratic · New York

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Espaillat argues against increased work requirements for Medicaid and SNAP, citing lack of evidence for effectiveness.

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