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February 1984

Changes in unemployment insurance legislation during 1983

Diana Runner

In response to continued high levels of unemployment, the Federal Supplemental Compensation Program was extended through March 1985; many States raised their taxable wage bases and amended laws dealing with selected worker groups to comply with new Federal standards.

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