US DOL Begins UI Modernization Assistance under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
On August 11, 2021 the US Department of Labor released a series of documents describing how it intends to use […]
Business Associations Support Cancellation of Pandemic Unemployment Extra Benefits
In May 2021, Governor Mike DeWine notified the United States Department of Labor that Ohio would be terminating its administration
Connecticut Enacts Burdensome New Employer UI Quarterly Report Requirements
On June 23rd Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont signed SB 1202, the implementing bill companion to the state budget for the biennium
US DOL Provides Guidance on Transition from Temporary CARES Act Provisions
On July 12, 2021, the US Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration provided guidance to states with respect to
Treasury Includes UI Trust Fund Deposits in uses of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
The U.S. Department of the Treasury today released a statement providing guidance on the use of $350 Billion in Coronavirus
Montana Ending Extra Federal Unemployment Compensation & Incentivizing Return to Work
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte announced that by June 27 Montana will end its participation in the federal supplemental unemployment benefit
President Biden and Senators Wyden and Bennet Propose Changes in UI
A national policy discussion is in progress with respect to Unemployment Insurance and the dramatic increases in payments to individuals
Business Groups Oppose Paying for Unemployment Not Related to Work
On April 20, 2021 business associations joined in a letter of opposition to unemployment insurance amendment provisions that were included
States Triggering “Off” Extended Unemployment Benefits
Potential State UI trust fund Impact after September 6th for States Remaining “On” After a year of extremely high unemployment
American Rescue Plan Enacted with many UI Related Provisions
The American Rescue Plan Act passed the US House of Representatives March 10, 2021. President Biden is expected to sign