WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate voted on Saturday to extend a payroll tax cut for two months in legislation that also attempts to force President Barack Obama to approve construction of an oil pipeline.
The Senate overwhelmingly passed the legislation by a vote of 89-10. It is expected to be voted on by the House of Representatives next week, and if approved, will then go to President Barack Obama for his signature.
The measure also would extend long-term unemployment benefits for another two months.
The Senate is expected to soon vote on a $915 billion bill to keep many U.S. government agencies operating through next September.
(Reporting By Richard Cowan, Rachelle Younglai)
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