Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act of 1996

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In an essay consisting of 6 pages, welfare reform New Jersey is examined with particular emphasis upon the legislation pioneered by African American Sen. Wayne Bryant (D-NJ). Specifically considered is the capping that removed illegitimate children from a woman's welfare coverage which was described by Bryant as targeting a major poverty source in the state as well as serving as a reformation of family values. There are 5 bibliographic sources cited.