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Bill promotes jobs for veterans

November 25, 2006 By WRN Contributor

A "G.I. Jobs" bill will offer incentives for hiring returning veterans. Appleton Republican, Representive Steve Wieckert , says there's a problem that needs to be addressed. "The unemployment rate for our returning vets is twice as high as the average unemployment rate," says Wieckert.

His proposed bill would provide an $8,000 tax credit to employers who hire returning veterans, using the state's already existing development zone programs. Wieckert says veterans need good jobs — not just talk.

Wieckert hopes to have the bill introduced soon after the start of the legislative floor session in January.

AUDIO: Bob Hague reports (:51 MP3)

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