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GA SB408
Bill
Status
Passed
6/29/2020
Primary Sponsor
Brian Strickland
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AI Summary
- Extends the sunset date for Georgia's sick leave for care of immediate family members provision from July 1, 2020 to July 1, 2023
- Redefines "deductible earnings" for unemployment benefits, replacing the fixed $50.00 threshold with a Commissioner-set amount between $50.00 and $300.00 that does not reduce benefit entitlement
- Grants the Commissioner authority to adopt emergency rules during a Governor-declared statewide emergency (when the General Assembly is not in session), including modifying maximum benefits up to 26 weeks, suspending tax deadlines/penalties, waiving employer charges, expediting claims, and waiving work search requirements — with rules expiring after 120 days or when the emergency ends
- For claims filed on or after June 14, 2020, expands maximum unemployment benefit weeks from 14–20 weeks (tied to a 6.5%–9% unemployment rate scale) to 14–26 weeks (tied to a 4.5%–10%+ unemployment rate scale)
- Authorizes the Commissioner to establish a work-sharing program allowing employers to reduce employee hours by 10–60% in lieu of layoffs, with employees receiving prorated unemployment benefits, structured to qualify for federal reimbursement under the CARES Act
Legislative Description
Sick Leave for Care of Immediate Family Members; sunset provision relating to such sick leave requirements; repeal
Last Action
Effective Date
6/29/2020
Full Bill Text
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