MI HB5756

Amends Michigan's unemployment compensation law to modify how retirement benefits affect unemployment compensation eligibility and payment amounts for benefit years beginning on or after October 1, 2000.

Requires individuals filing new unemployment claims to disclose child support obligations and authorizes the commission to deduct and withhold unemployment benefits to satisfy enforced child support obligations.

Establishes procedures for determining seasonal employer status, including application requirements and notice provisions, with restrictions on benefit eligibility during off-seasons if reasonable assurance of rehiring exists.

Denies unemployment benefits to aliens unless lawfully admitted for permanent residence, lawfully present to perform services, or permanently residing in the United States under color of law at the time services were performed.

Restricts unemployment benefits for educational institution employees during breaks between academic years if they have reasonable assurance of continued employment, with exceptions for non-instructional positions and retroactive payment provisions if rehiring does not occur.