Bill > HB186

This bill modifies the Unemployment Compensation Law by extending key deadlines and clarifying appeal procedures. Specifically, the bill changes the appeal filing window from 21 to 30 calendar days for both employers and claimants in various unemployment compensation contexts, such as filing additional information or appealing department determinations. The bill also introduces a new provision allowing for a 60-day appeal window if a determination's date is more than one year prior to a revised notice. Additionally, the bill stipulates that if the appeal deadline falls on a weekend or legal holiday, it will automatically extend to the next business day. The bill mandates that referee hearing testimony be recorded and preserved for 90 days, with unabridged transcripts and audio recordings available to parties upon request, typically at cost. These changes aim to provide more flexibility and clarity in the unemployment compensation appeals process, giving parties additional time to respond to determinations and ensuring a more accessible review system.