Introduced in the House on November 22, 2005, to phase in a cumulative 48-month lifetime cap on the receipt of cash welfare benefits, with exceptions for the disabled and for recipients caring for a disabled child or spouse. Michigan currently has no time limit for cash assistance. See also House Bill 5338
The vote was 63 in favor, 44 opposed and 2 not voting
(House Roll Call 695 at House Journal 104)
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