An Act relative to unemployment insurance
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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.1376, addresses unemployment insurance in Massachusetts. It is currently referred to the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development for review and potential action. The bill’s specific details are still under consideration as it is awaiting a hearing. The purpose of the legislation is to modify or update the existing unemployment insurance system.
Key provisions
- The bill is currently referred to the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development.
- A hearing on the bill is scheduled for November 17, 2025.
- The reporting date has been extended multiple times.
- The bill relates to the administration and provisions of unemployment insurance.
- It may address eligibility requirements for unemployment benefits.
- It could potentially modify the duration of unemployment benefits.
- The bill seeks to update the framework for unemployment insurance in the state.
Who is affected
- Unemployed workers in Massachusetts
- Employers in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Unemployment Compensation Fund
- Labor and Workforce Development agencies
Notable changes
- The bill is currently in the committee review stage and its specific changes are not yet finalized.
- The extended reporting date suggests ongoing deliberation and potential revisions.
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