Oregon House approves bill for unemployment benefits for striking workers

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The Oregon House of Representatives passed a law allowing unemployment benefits for striking workers.

The Senate Bill 916 would allow those on strike to receive weekly payments after two unpaid weeks.

Workers involved in a labor dispute would have to go unpaid for two weeks before being able to apply for and receive benefits…

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