In 36 states assets do not matter for food stamps, Medicaid.
It does not matter anywhere for WIC, Section 8, HUD, energy - LIHEAP, more.
The $2000 limit is only for SSI - federal welfare.
TANF - cash assistance, has resource limits, varies by state.
Check out your state here:
http://assetlimits.newamerica.net/conten...
Yes, you are not supposed to have more than a certain amount. ($2000)
Do you think it would be honest to take money earned by others when you have money already?
Depends on the size of the asset