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[Provision] Three-month time limit for childless, unemployed adults ages 18 - 50 [Effective Date] The time limit begins to run as soon as recipients are notified, which must occur by Nov. 22, 1996. States may wait to review cases until the next scheduled recertification. [Enforcement Mechanism] Enforced under current food stamp rules*** [Comments] 
Unemployed adults between the ages of 18 and 50 who are not caring for children in most cases can receive food stamps for no more than three months during any 36-month period unless the state requests that this limit be waived. Waivers can be requested immediately.
Time Line For Implementing The New Welfare Law - Revised 12/5/96
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