gov_tweets: 39285

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rowid id user created_at full_text retweet_count favorite_count State Abbreviation Governor Party Handle
39285 39284 1273314467242262528 2978837542 2020-06-17T18:00:00+00:00 🚩 If you've used up your regular state/federal unemployment benefits then you may be eligible for Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC).PEUC extends your benefits for another 13 weeks at your existing rate.Find out more and apply today ⬇️http://pa.gov/guides/unemployment-benefits/ 11 26 Pennsylvania PA Tom Wolf D GovernorTomWolf