Welfare Reform: Federal Land for Waiving Public Assistance Benefits
This act proposes a program where U.S. citizens aged 21 or older, eligible for welfare benefits, can receive federal land. In exchange, they must permanently waive eligibility for numerous public assistance programs, such as food stamps or housing aid. The goal is to foster independence and self-sufficiency.
Key points
Individuals waiving certain welfare benefits can receive up to 1 acre of land for residential use or up to 50 acres for agricultural purposes.
Agricultural land must be used for farming for at least 10 years; otherwise, it reverts to the government.
The conveyed land cannot be sold for 10 years following the transfer.
Participation in the program means permanently waiving eligibility for many federal aid programs, including SNAP, WIC, TANF, EITC, and housing programs.
Married individuals participating in the program may lose the ability to count their income for the Earned Income Tax Credit.
Status:
Expired
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