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Sunday, May 26, 2013  Workers who lose their jobs would have to clear a drug screening to qualify for unemployment compensation

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  More than an hour of delaying tactics from House Democrats has blocked a vote on a hotly debated bill that would have mandated drug testing for some welfare applicants.

Monday, April 15, 2013  A bill that would require some applicants for unemployment benefits to take a drug test is a step closer to becoming law.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  A bill that would require some people applying for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program to undergo a drug test, is one step closer to becoming state law.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  A bill that would require drug testing for welfare recipients is moving on to the full Texas State Senate for a vote.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Drug testing on tap for food stamp receipients after Texas Senate passes bill.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  Automatic budget cuts of federal programs are set to kick in Friday if the sequester goes into effect.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012  About 80 percent of businesses require a drug test before an employee is hired—and sometimes random checks are done throughout the year to make sure they are in compliance.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  Yuri Rivera is stocking up on the necessities at a San Benito store where the government helps pay for food.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  Gov. Rick Perry and Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst are calling on the Texas Legislature to impose drug-testing for welfare and unemployment-benefits recipients.

Thursday, November 01, 2012  The McAllen Independent School District will be hosting a conference this weekend to provide support on topics concerning the welfare of your child.  On Thursday morning, Dianna Menchaca spoke more about what parents can expect out of this conference.

Tuesday, July 17, 2012  More older Texans apparently struggling to make ends meet have been turning to food stamps.

Monday, April 16, 2012  As a former Marine, Juan Torres has seen his share of deplorable conditions. He just never thought he would have to live in them.

Thursday, December 08, 2011  The father of two children shot by their mother after being denied food stamps in Texas is spending time with his hospitalized son, one day after his 12-year-old daughter died.

Wednesday, December 07, 2011  The grandmother of two children shot by their mother inside a Texas welfare office says her former daughter-in-law had a history of mental problems.