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This bill amends two Massachusetts laws to exempt certain nonresident alien trainees from unemployment insurance and family medical leave benefits. Specifically, the bill excludes nonresident aliens who are temporarily in the United States on specific types of visas (F, J, M, or Q visas) from being considered eligible for these benefits when they are performing work directly related to the purpose of their visa. These visa types typically cover international students, exchange visitors, vocational students, and participants in international cultural exchange programs. By adding this exemption, the bill ensures that these temporary visitors are not counted as eligible employees for unemployment insurance and family medical leave purposes, which likely reduces administrative complexity and potential financial obligations for employers hosting these international trainees. The changes apply to the Massachusetts General Laws related to unemployment insurance (Chapter 151A) and family medical leave (Chapter 175M), and are intended to clarify the status of these specific categories of international visitors in the state's employment and benefits framework.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1160