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IA HF2318
IA HF2318A bill for an act relating to eligibility for unemployment benefits for participants in strikes or other labor disputes.
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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill provides that an individual otherwise eligible for unemployment benefits shall not be denied benefits beginning on the 15th day of the individual’s participation in a stoppage of work resulting from a strike or other labor dispute at the factory, establishment, or other premises at which the individual is or was last employed. The bill provides that such an individual is not subject to work search requirements for unemployment benefits. Under current law, such an individual is disqualified for unemployment benefits with specified exceptions.
AI Summary
This bill modifies eligibility for unemployment benefits for individuals involved in strikes or labor disputes. Currently, individuals participating in such work stoppages are generally disqualified from receiving unemployment benefits. However, this bill proposes to allow individuals to receive unemployment benefits starting on the 15th day of their participation in a strike or labor dispute at their place of employment, provided they are otherwise eligible. Furthermore, these individuals would be exempt from the usual requirement to actively search for work while receiving benefits. The bill also removes a provision that currently disqualifies individuals for failing to apply for or accept suitable work, in cases where they are not disqualified due to specific labor dispute provisions.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (9)
Jerome Amos (D)*,
Timi Brown-Powers (D)*,
Ken Croken (D)*,
Lindsay James (D)*,
Monica Kurth (D)*,
Mary Madison (D)*,
Angel Ramirez (D)*,
Ross Wilburn (D)*,
Elizabeth Wilson (D)*,
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Labor and Workforce. H.J. 225. (on 02/06/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF2318 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/HF2318.html |
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