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Oregon and Washington workers may soon be able to claim unemployment benefits when they go on strike

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Oregon's measure would make it the first state to provide pay for picketing public employees.
In Oregon and Washington, workers from various industries, including healthcare, education, and manufacturing, have been actively participating in strikes to demand better wages, working conditions, and benefits. As a result, these workers are eligible to claim unemployment benefits while on strike, a provision that has been in place to support workers during labor disputes. This development has led to an increase in the number of claims filed in both states, putting pressure on the unemployment insurance systems. The situation has sparked debates about the sustainability of such benefits and their impact on labor negotiations, with some arguing that it gives workers more leverage, while others worry about the financial strain on state resources.

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