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On the recordJuly 16, 2013
Yes, I think reconsidering the work requirements to allow individuals to engage in that longer term intensive skill development that has been shown to lead to higher paying careers that actually move people out of poverty would be an important change to consider.
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Lloyd Doggett
Democratic · Texas

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Doggett emphasizes the need for changes in TANF work requirements to support skill development.

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