AZ HB2282

Modifies work search requirements for unemployment benefits by requiring claimants to conduct at least five work search actions per week (such as submitting resumes, completing applications, attending job interviews, or attending approved training) instead of the previous requirement of one job contact per day on four different days.

Requires claimants to submit a weekly report to the department detailing their work search actions for each week benefits are sought.

Establishes new data cross-checking procedures requiring the department to verify initial and ongoing claims against multiple databases including the national directory of new hires, new hire reporting system, prisoner databases, death records, and the integrity data hub before paying benefits.

Adds provisions requiring employers to report to the department when employees refuse to return to work, refuse suitable work offers, fail to appear for scheduled interviews, or fail to respond to employment offers, with the department conducting independent review of these reports.

Makes various technical amendments to unemployment insurance provisions regarding shared work plans, benefit eligibility requirements, and claim determination procedures.