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Senators Debate Senate Bill 916, Which Would Let Striking Workers Collect Unemployment
Summary
Senators debated Senate Bill 916, a measure that would allow striking workers, including public employees, to collect unemployment benefits after two weeks. Opponents warned of costs to businesses and public agencies; supporters framed it as worker protection. No final vote was recorded in the transcript.
Senators debated Senate Bill 916, which would allow striking workers to collect unemployment benefits after two weeks, with opponents warning the measure would shift costs to businesses and public agencies and supporters arguing it strengthens worker protections.
The debate focused on the bill’s potential financial impact. Senate Republican Senator Bonham said the measure would be “a gift for donors at public’s expense,” citing an Oregonian editorial and arguing that the bill would raise costs for private employers and public agencies. “Going on strike is a voluntary action. Getting…
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