State aid programs are intended to provide a safety net for people who are truly in need.&nbsp; Yet, it is an unfortunate truth that people who do not need assistance will try to get it anyway.&nbsp; An asset test, that will go into effect on October 1, is designed to insure that food stamp assistance is being provided to the appropriate population.&nbsp; Read more at:&nbsp; <a href="http://www.mlive.com/politics/index.ssf/2011/09/michigan_changing_food_stamp_e.html">www.mlive.com/politics/index.ssf/2011/09/michigan_changing_food_stamp_e.html</a><br />