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This bill amends the Unemployment Compensation Law to modify how unemployment benefits are handled for employees of educational institutions. Specifically, the bill changes the rules for workers performing services for educational institutions between academic years. Under the previous law, if an employee worked during one academic year and had a reasonable assurance of working in the next academic year, they were ineligible for unemployment benefits during the break between terms. The new bill removes this restriction, allowing such workers to receive unemployment benefits regardless of whether they have a reasonable assurance of returning to work in the next academic year, as long as they meet other eligibility requirements. This change aligns with federal guidelines under the U.S. Code and expands potential unemployment support for educational institution workers during periods between academic terms. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing a clear timeline for implementation of these new provisions.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

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