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assistance they need to weather the storm." said Gov. Tim Kaine (D), who has forwarded his support for expanding the program to the Genera] Assembly for its consideration. “The commonwealth has the power — and the obligation — to make necessary' changes to our laws that support displaced workers hieing serious economic challenges.”
The governor is likely to see opposition on the program’s expansion from Virginia's House Republicans.
“Obviously, with the economy as bad as it is, [expanding unemployment insurance] puts another burden on businesses,” said Del. Tom Rust <R-Sterling».
House Republicans, who oppose the expansion, argue that the additional costs could be damaging to Virginia’s economy and busi
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