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Jeff Merkley: “Self-certification wasn't working because they were advertising in California for jobs; in Oregon they were advertising…”

On the recordMay 3, 2022
Self-certification wasn't working because they were advertising in California for jobs; in Oregon they were advertising saying you need to speak two languages
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Merkley highlights issues with contractors avoiding hiring American workers.

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