“It’s heartening to see the continued success in motivating people to  achieve independent lives in Virginia.” -George Allen

High Marks for Anti-Poverty Policies  
RICHMOND, Va.
Aug 22, 2008
WHSV

Gov. Timothy M. Kaine announced Friday The Heartland Institute’s comprehensive study, Welfare Reform after Ten Years, gives Virginia high marks for the success of anti-poverty and welfare reform policies in the Commonwealth.

“Virginia is committed to extending an economic ladder to anyone with the ability and drive to access it,” says Kaine. “Reducing poverty, providing job training and employment opportunities and nurturing a climate of self-sufficiency are defining qualities of the Commonwealth.”

The study examines how states implement the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996, the federal welfare reform legislation.

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