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This bill amends the Unemployment Insurance Act to modify how unemployment benefits are handled during labor disputes. Specifically, the bill changes the previous rule that made individuals completely ineligible for benefits during a labor dispute to a new provision that limits the ineligibility period to a maximum of 2 weeks. After this 2-week period, individuals will become eligible to receive unemployment benefits. The bill maintains existing definitions and exceptions related to labor disputes, such as exemptions for situations involving unpaid wages or lockouts. The legislation aims to provide some financial support to workers affected by labor disputes, recognizing that extended work stoppages can create significant economic hardship. The change provides a more nuanced approach to unemployment benefits during labor disputes, offering a temporary pause in benefits rather than a complete disqualification, which could help workers maintain some financial stability during workplace conflicts.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2304&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104