On September 23, 2013, The Huffington Post published the article "Food Stamp Cuts Move Ahead In States". According to the article, the Republican dominated House voted to cut $39 billion in the food assistance program over a period of ten years. By trying to end the waivers that allowed 4 million people to receive food stamps, would no longer be eligible after the changes. Delaware, Kansas, New Hampshire, Utah, Vermont and Wyoming are already having or planning reductions. Republicans blame the high cost of the program and how it isn't really based on real need. Some states have changed the welfare criteria while other enacted cuts in unemployment insurance. Supporters argue cuts would be a good way to get people back into the labor force. By promising robust job placement and training programs to help people meet work requirements, which possibly allows them to keep their benefits. Others argue that cuts could end flexibility to deal with unemployment. Also the work-requirement policy can have harsh effects for low income individuals. I believe that even if this problem doesn't concern you, it's still important to know. The majority doesn't know how many are affected by these policies that are going to be put into place. It's hard for the poor to survive on the minimum wage alone. Cutting the budget will be a huge blow to many families in need.