Workers' comp bill slowed by filibuster

Friday, April 25, 2003

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The Senate spent eight hours Thursday debating legislation that would tighten eligibility requirements for injured workers to receive benefits under the state workers' compensation system.

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