Bill > H1960

This bill establishes a special commission to study and report on the policies and procedures of the Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) to prevent and address unemployment fraud. The commission will identify and review current policies to prevent and address fraudulent unemployment claims, compile and review data on the frequency and extent of unemployment fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic, evaluate the effectiveness of current policies, and recommend evidence-based strategies or policies to prevent future fraudulent claims. The commission will be composed of members from the state government, including the Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development, legislative leaders, and representatives from the DUA, State Auditor's office, and Attorney General's office. The commission will submit a final report with its findings and recommendations by December 31, 2021.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1960