IL SB1751

Amends the definition of "misconduct" in the Unemployment Insurance Act (820 ILCS 405/602) by removing the requirement that violations be "deliberate and willful."

Redefines misconduct as violation of a reasonable employer rule or policy governing employee behavior, if the violation has harmed the employing unit or other employees or has been repeated despite a warning or other instruction.

Removes the word "explicit" from the instruction requirement, allowing any warning or instruction (not just explicit ones) to establish grounds for misconduct-based ineligibility.

Maintains existing provisions that individuals discharged for misconduct remain ineligible for benefits until reemployed and earning at least their weekly benefit amount in four calendar weeks.

Preserves existing provisions denying benefits for discharges related to felonies or theft connected with work.