CT legislators propose bill to make welfare liens null and void moving forward
HARTFORD, Connecticut (WFSB) House Democratic leaders are introducing a bill to eliminate what they call a “poverty tax.”
Connecticut is one of several states that can stake a claim against former welfare recipients as a way to recover the money provided to them.
House Speaker Matt Ritter says the welfare lien system keeps people in poverty.
A local woman says it’s a vicious cycle and she lost her house because of it.
Isee Greenwood had found her dream house. The New Haven mom says she first applied for public assistance in her early 20s and years later was able to become a homeowner.
Connecticut lawmakers call for ending liens for welfare recipients; 1,300 individuals owe $18 million
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Legislators proposing bill to make welfare liens null and void moving forward
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