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On the recordFebruary 15, 2017
Enforcement in industries with high rates of violations is an efficient use of the Department's resources and ensures that workers who do not have the resources to bring a claim are protected.
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Carol Shea-Porter
New Hampshire

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Shea-Porter emphasizes the importance of enforcing labor laws to protect vulnerable workers.

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