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Democrats push to extend federal jobless benefits in House
The article reports House Democrats aim to extend the federal unemployment supplement through June 30 despite opposition from President Reagan. A Ways and Means panel plan costs 270 million, with a 100 million phase-out alternative favored by some Republicans. The measure faces an Easter recess deadline and possible two-thirds voting hurdles.
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