Committee advances bill to extend unemployment tax look‑back and ease penalty rules The LCI Committee reported favorably on S-688, a bill by Senator Massey that extends the employer "look-back" for unemployment insurance from 12 to 20 calendar quarters (phased in), lowers the solvency threshold used to set rates and softens penalties for late payments, officials said.

Major changes are coming to unemployment insurance in South Carolina, with a new bill that aims to ease tax burdens on employers and reduce penalties for late payments.

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Labor commissioner seeks staff, technology to speed unemployment claims and shore up fund oversight Georgia Department of Labor asked for staff and technology investments — including dozens of call‑center and audit positions — to modernize UI services, improve collections and address infrastructure needs; the department reported the UI trust fund at about $1.99 billion, short of federal solvency guidance.

Georgia's Labor Commissioner is pushing for urgent staffing and technology upgrades to revolutionize unemployment services and tackle a $1.99 billion trust fund shortfall.

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State workforce officials tout training investments, cite DUA improvements amid rising unemployment concerns Officials from the Executive Office of Labor & Workforce Development told the Joint Committee on Ways and Means that the governor's House 2 budget backs targeted training and apprenticeship programs and said reforms at the Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) have cut call wait times and sped payments, even as legislators pressed for more detail about trust-fund costs and regional impacts.

Massachusetts is investing millions in job training and modernizing unemployment assistance, aiming to tackle labor shortages and strengthen hiring pipelines.

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Senate passes bill codifying Iowa Workforce Development reemployment program after amendment fights The Iowa Senate approved Senate File 2,168 to codify IWD’s reemployment case management program and update unemployment notice procedures after debate and votes on several floor amendments, including one that would have transferred reserve funds and one proposing penalties for offshoring jobs.

The Iowa Senate just passed a controversial bill to codify the reemployment program, stirring debate over its impact on unemployment benefits and job security.

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Senate adopts amendment and passes bill to cap SCUF computer‑system surcharge for employers Senators adopted a floor amendment to Senate Bill 129 and passed the measure unanimously; the bill lowers a temporary employer rate tied to a computer fund (SCUF), adds a cap on collections and suspends contributions if the unemployment trust fund gets low.

The Kentucky Senate has unanimously passed a crucial bill that not only caps employer surcharges but also safeguards future funding for the unemployment insurance computer system.

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Labor department outlines 'movers' oversight, UI changes and paused tort‑victims payouts after J&J settlement injunction The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations described a 90‑day interim leadership role for the 'movers' project, proposed an unemployment administration fund and reported a $452 million deposit to the Tort Victims Compensation Fund that is paused by court order.

Missouri's Labor Department reveals major budget changes, including a $452 million settlement pause and new unemployment tax benefits—what does this mean for you?

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Advocates push legislature to ease UI overpayment rules, update eligibility for fluctuating schedules Legal services groups, advocates and lawmakers urged the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development to pass bills that change unemployment insurance eligibility for workers with variable schedules and to ease collection of non‑fault overpayments.

Massachusetts advocates are demanding urgent changes to unemployment insurance rules that could protect thousands of workers from unfair penalties due to fluctuating schedules and pandemic-related overpayments.

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California Appeals Board reports significant reduction in unemployment case backlog California Appeals Board reduces backlog from 84,000 to 40,000 cases in one fiscal year.

California's Appeals Board has slashed its unemployment case backlog from 84,000 to just 40,000, showcasing a remarkable turnaround in support for those in need.

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Michigan lawmakers propose unemployment reform to address job interview ghosting Legislation amends Michigan Employment Security Act to disqualify unemployment benefits for no-shows.

Michigan lawmakers are tackling the growing issue of job "ghosting" with new legislation that could change how unemployment benefits are awarded!

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Employers urge tighter enforcement of Michigan's unemployment eligibility criteria Employers express frustration over UIA's enforcement issues and ghosting during job searches.

Michigan employers are demanding stricter enforcement of unemployment eligibility as frustrations with ghosting and fraud continue to rise.

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Michigan Unemployment Agency reports $6.6B in overpayments and fraud recovery efforts UIA clarifies over $6B in pandemic unemployment overpayments and ongoing recovery measures.

The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency has reported a staggering $6.6 billion in pandemic-related overpayments and is ramping up efforts to tackle fraud and improve transparency.

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Vermont updates unemployment compensation laws to include electronic communication options Vermont's Commissioner can now notify employers electronically for unemployment compensation matters.

Vermont is revolutionizing unemployment compensation by allowing electronic notifications for employers—big changes are on the horizon!

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Vermont Senate passes S.117 to reform labor practices and unemployment compensation Senate S.117 modifies Occupational Safety and Health Plan and unemployment insurance regulations.

Vermont's Senate has just passed a groundbreaking bill, S.117, that could reshape labor practices and unemployment benefits for workers across the state!

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Indiana allocates $250K for journeyman upgrade training and $400K for unemployment assistance Indiana funds training programs for unemployed individuals and modernizes unemployment insurance system.

Indiana's Senate Bill 371 could transform the state's unemployment insurance system and empower job seekers with essential training and support—could this be the key to reducing unemployment?

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Former HISD Employee Appeals Unemployment Denial After Misleading Claim by District Claimant seeks accountability for employers submitting false information to TWC amid prolonged appeal.

A former HISD employee's heartbreaking nine-month battle for unemployment reveals shocking employer misconduct that could affect countless workers in Texas.

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DOGE Caucus founding member debuts 2 bills to kick-start waste cuts in Trump term

FIRST ON FOX: One of the founding Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus members, Sen...

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2024 Lame Duck Watch List Updated November 5, 2024 During the Lame Duck session, advocacy is more important than ever. While it is important for people to speak out against bad policies that may arise, it is equally important ...

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