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H06702022 Regular Session

Adds to existing law to provide legislative oversight of new federal unemployment insurance programs.

EMPLOYMENT SECURITY LAW -- Adds to existing law to provide legislative oversight of new federal unemployment insurance programs.

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This legislation provides oversight for new, federal unemployment insurance programs. If the federal government initiates a voluntary unemployment insurance program that meets the requirements below, the legislature must approve the program prior to the state participating. Programs that trigger legislative approval: • Put new requirements on employers • Create new benefits • Enhance existing benefits • Change the time period for which people can receive benefits If the executive branch participates in a program while the legislature is out of session, the legislature has the ability to rescind participation when it convenes.

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