Teen mom program misses mark in study
Washington report says New Chance, a heavily funded effort for disadvantaged teen mothers, did not raise employment, reduce welfare use, or prevent additional births after three and a half years. About 75 percent still on public assistance, 28 percent employed, and three quarters had another pregnancy.
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Working poor could be losers of child tax benefit
Washington AP report analyzes the $500 per child tax credit dispute in the $135 billion tax cut bill. Democrats accuse House Republicans of denying low income working families the credit, while Republicans defend the approach amid negotiating pressure with the Clinton administration. Leaders on both sides expect clashes over who qualifies and how benefits are distributed as Senate and White House talks proceed.
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Amish teens in Crawford County face community service after beer party
In Meadville Pennsylvania six Amish teens aged 17 to 19 pleaded guilty to underage drinking after a June 22 party in East Fallowfield Township. State police raided the gathering with horse drawn buggies parked along a back road. District Justice Michael Rossi waived fines of 151.50 dollars and ordered community service, saying the law is the same for all and elders are helping the kids.
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