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Unemployment Benefits Logjam

January 9, 2009 4:18 pm by: Ben Philpott

The dramatic increase in the number of unemployed across the country is putting an immediate strain on state unemployment insurance programs.

While Texas unemployment numbers aren’t as bad as most states, the numbers are rising. The increase has lead to some problems with people trying to sign up for unemployment benefits.

You can find out how to contact the Texas Workforce Commission here.

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