10 Shocking Facts About Government Assistance

7) Many Recipients Have Jobs                                                            (7 of 10)

7) Many Recipients Have Jobs                                                            (7 of 10)

Perhaps you’re familiar with the term “the working poor?” Many recipients of public assistance have jobs, and some recipients work more than 40 hours per week for companies that pay minimum wage.

Some states require recipients to work at least 20 hours per week or attend school full time before they are eligible for assistance.