State to clamp down on where people spend welfare money
The State Auditor’s Office has looked at the state’s welfare system, and says some 400 people could be riding the state’s tax system without even living in Missouri. Auditor Tom Schweich also says it’s clear some recipients of state assistance...
MO Food Bank Association fears impact of food stamp program reductions
The state’s Food Bank Association says possible cuts to food stamps could tip the balance for its members, already struggling to meet demand. U.S. House Republicans say the food stamp program has grown too large, outpacing other safety net programs, and led the...
House passes welfare reform legislation, advances food stamp card photo proposal
The state House has approved a bill its sponsor says will keep people from staying on public assistance programs for a long time. Republican Casey Guernsey’s (R-Bethany)Â says the key provision in his bill would create a work program for public assistance...
Lawmakers weigh whether welfare reform bill would cost or save the state money
A Northwest Missouri representative has presented a welfare reform package aimed at fighting fraud and saving the state money. The fiscal note on Representative Casey Guernsey’s (R-Bethany) legislation says its proposals could put the state in danger of losing...FOLLOW US ON TWITTER
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Missouri Department of Revenue working to shorten lines at license offices
Missouri Department of Revenue working to shorten lines at license offices - Missourinet
Efforts are underway to shorten the wait times at privately-run license offices in Missouri, which contract with the...
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Missouri Department of Revenue working to shorten lines at license offices
https://www.missourinet.com/2023/09/07/missouri-department-of-revenue-working-to-shorten-lines-at-license-offices/
Missouri PSC argues optional Time-Of-Use rate plan saves money
https://www.missourinet.com/2023/09/07/missouri-psc-argues-optional-time-of-use-rate-plan-saves-money/
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