Governor Landry was in Bossier City on Wednesday to sign legislation that he says will help Louisianans transition from a state of dependence to independence. He signed bills that will move the TANF and SNAP programs from DCFS to the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Landry says this reorganization will enable the LWC to assist low-income individuals seeking government assistance in finding employment.
“Because right now, Louisiana is seeing a 127% increase in job opportunities. We have the jobs. We need the people. If you can work, we expect you to work,” Landry said.
Landry says this welfare reform law creates a single-entry point for low-income residents seeking food stamps or temporary cash through TANF. He says eligible recipients can receive the assistance, but the eventual goal is a job.
“That’s why we call it the one-door policy. Where our citizens can apply and receive assistance in moving from dependence to independence, and they’ll do it through employment,” Landry said.
Landry also signed a bill that increases the number of work searches required for unemployment benefits from three to five per week.
“Ensuring that the benefit goes to those actively seeking employment,” Landry said.
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