An Act relative to municipal unemployment insurance reform
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, S.1359, aims to reform municipal unemployment insurance in Massachusetts. It seeks to address issues and potential gaps within the current system, ensuring more consistent and equitable benefits for municipal employees who experience job loss. The bill is currently under review by the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development, with scheduled hearings to gather input and assess potential changes.
Key provisions
- Addresses gaps in municipal unemployment insurance coverage.
- Seeks to improve the consistency of benefits provided to municipal employees.
- Likely involves adjustments to eligibility requirements or benefit levels.
- May include provisions for streamlining the claims process.
- Could clarify the responsibilities of municipalities in administering unemployment insurance.
Who is affected
- Municipal employees in Massachusetts
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- Unemployed individuals receiving municipal unemployment benefits
Notable changes
- Potential adjustments to eligibility criteria for unemployment benefits.
- Possible modifications to the amount of benefits paid.
- Clarification of the roles and responsibilities of municipalities in administering the program.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsor
Michael O. Moore
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