Bill > H5680

This bill modifies existing unemployment insurance laws to expand eligibility for workers involved in labor disputes. Currently, workers who become unemployed due to a strike or industrial controversy are generally ineligible for unemployment benefits. The proposed changes would allow workers to receive unemployment benefits if they are locked out by their employer during collective bargaining negotiations, removing previous restrictions that limited benefit eligibility. Specifically, the bill eliminates provisions that previously prevented workers from receiving benefits if their employer was part of a multi-employer collective bargaining group or had offered to extend existing employment terms. The bill also maintains a provision that if unemployment continues for more than one week after a labor dispute, eligible individuals can receive unemployment benefits. This legislative change aims to provide financial support for workers during labor disputes and collective bargaining processes, potentially offering more protection and economic stability for employees engaged in workplace negotiations.

Labor and Employment

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