A controversial bill to drastically overhaul the state’s unemployment system was approved by the Republican-controlled House Finance Committee on Thursday.
The 23-13 vote sets the stage for the entire state House to take up the bill Monday evening. An identical bill also was introduced in the Senate but has not been acted upon.
The bill cuts benefits for unemployed workers and slightly raises the state unemployment taxes paid by employers.
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