PHOENIX (AP) — A bill that would make it more difficult for recently unemployed people in Arizona to collect unemployment benefits is likely to land on Republican Gov. Jan Brewer's desk.
The state House approved legislation Tuesday that would require unemployed workers to present documents showing they were fired before they can receive benefits. Under current law, the burden is on employers to fight fraudulent claims.
The 34-24 vote came a week after the Senate passed the proposal along party lines. Republicans control the Senate and House.
The proposed change follows complaints from business leaders about workers who walk off jobs and then file for benefits.
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