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The Massachusetts unemployment rate jumped above the 7 percent level in January as the recession took its toll in the state.

But some industries may soon be seeing relief thanks to federal stimulus efforts and state programs designed to get people back to work - and assist the jobless.

Here's a look at how efforts, including the federal stimulus package signed by President Obama (right), may affect workers in the Bay State.

– Megan Jicha, Boston.com Correspondent

(Win McNamee/Getty Images)
The Massachusetts unemployment rate jumped above the 7 percent level in January as the recession took its toll in the state. But some industries may soon be seeing relief thanks to federal stimulus efforts and state programs designed to get people back to work - and assist the jobless. Here's a look at how efforts, including the federal stimulus package signed by President Obama (right), may affect workers in the Bay State. – Megan Jicha, Boston.com Correspondent
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