Committee hears wide-ranging debate on Kansas UI modernization bill; KDOL raises implementation concerns The Committee on Commerce, Labor and Economic Development heard proponent and opponent testimony on House Bill 2764, which proponents say modernizes UI statutes and preserves federal conformity while KDOL and labor witnesses warned the 258‑page draft raises operational, legal, and process concerns.

Kansas is at a crossroads as the controversial House Bill 2764 sparks heated debate over unemployment modernization and potential pitfalls for employers.

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Department of Labor briefs appropriations committee on federal funding uncertainty and UI modernization The Department of Labor told the committee it is about 50% federally funded, flagged possible small federal reductions (including a $10 million national WIOA adult cut), and said launching a $30 million unemployment insurance modernization this spring is its top priority.

Vermont's Department of Labor is prioritizing a $30 million modernization of its unemployment insurance system amidst federal funding uncertainties that could impact workforce programs.

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