MI HB4619

Removes the time-limited maximum benefit period cap that was set to reduce from 26 weeks to 20 weeks for claims filed on or after January 15, 2012, restoring a uniform maximum of 26 weeks of benefits for all eligible individuals.

Maintains the existing calculation method for weekly benefit rates based on 4.1% of highest quarterly wages plus $6.00 per dependent (up to 5 dependents) for benefit years beginning on or after October 1, 2000.

Preserves all existing provisions regarding benefit eligibility, reduction for partial earnings, treatment of retirement benefits, educational institution employment restrictions, and seasonal worker classifications.

Contains provisions for child support obligation enforcement through automatic deduction and withholding from unemployment compensation payments.

Includes special rules for school bus drivers, seasonal workers, and educational institution employees regarding benefit eligibility during breaks between work periods.