Certain participants in Michigan’s food stamp program need to begin working or performing community service in order to maintain their benefits, according to a new policy enacted in the state on Monday. Those affected will need to go to job training, volunteer or work a median of 20 hours per week each month in order to obtain the benefits. According to Fox 2, the policy had been in place previously but wasn’t enforced due to high unemployment rates and a weakened economy. The policy will take effect after those receiving benefits are evaluated for their next eligibility determination. Those beneficiaries will have three months to meet the new work requirements, according to Fox 17.

Source: Fox News October 01, 2018 22:59 UTC