Governor Walker Wants Special Session To Pass Welfare Reform

Governor Scott Walker has the backing of legislative leaders for his call for a special legislative session on welfare reform.  Walker says Wisconsin needs more people in its workforce.  A reform package called “Wisconsin Works for Everyone” would make people receiving food stamps increase their job search or job training from 20 hours-a-week to 30.  They would also have to take drug tests to get benefits.  Walker says he wants an asset check to make certain people getting state aid really need it.  Republicans hope to introduce the legislation next week.