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Wyden Introduces Bill to Extend Unemployment Benefits Amid AI Job Fears

Sen. Ron Wyden introduced a bill that would extend unemployment benefits to 52 weeks when the jobless rate rises and set new minimum standards for benefits, in response to concerns that AI could cause widespread layoffs.

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Oct 26, 10:07 AM newsweek.com Unemployment Benefits Would Get Boost Under New Bill Linked to AI Fears
Oct 23, 1:06 PM cbsnews.com As AI layoff fears mount, lawmakers weigh a bigger safety net for workers
Oct 23, 1:06 PM cbsnews.com AI could take your job. Here's how Congress wants to help workers.
Oct 23, 2:03 AM nytimes.com Fearing Mass A.I. Layoffs, Some in Congress Eye Ways to Aid Workers