The document discusses a proposal to reduce government spending on welfare by requiring drug tests for recipients and reimbursing them only if they pass. It would save money by not providing funds to those who test positive for drugs. Statistics on total aid spending in San Bernardino County from 2008 to 2011 are provided, which show an increase over time. The proposal aims to eliminate this rise in spending by not giving money to recipients who fail drug tests but can afford to buy drugs.

1. Jamie Caudle

2. » Government spending reduction
» Higher standards
» Societal change
» Not providing drug money for
recipients
» Having more funds for the needy

3. » Recipients will be reimbursed for the
cost.
˃Tests are anywhere between $8-$12

4. » Money allocation from government
» Reimbursement incentives
˃ If the test is passed
+ REIMBURSMENT
˃ If the test is failed
+ NO REIMBURSMENT

5. Total On Aid in San Bernardino County

6. »2011: $211,845,716
»2010: $208,067,255
»2009: $181,184,231
»2008: $145,858,337

7. » Growing number of recipients
˃Causes increased government spending
» Drug Testing will eliminate this increase
˃Those who can afford drugs
+ can afford food