MI HB5412

Amends the Michigan Employment Security Act to add a new disqualification criterion: individuals are considered unavailable for work if they fail or refuse to take a drug test required as part of an employment application, unless they show good cause.

Clarifies language throughout Section 28 regarding unemployment benefit eligibility requirements, replacing mandatory language ("shall") with permissive language ("may") for agency waivers of registration, reporting, and work-seeking requirements.

Requires individuals claiming benefits for years beginning on or after January 1, 2013, to conduct systematic and sustained work searches, with documentation submitted monthly through online reporting, written reports, or in-person appearances at Michigan Works offices.

Expands the definition of "immediate family member" for purposes of waiving availability and reporting requirements upon death to include spouses of specified relatives.

Modifies references to trade act provisions and updates language regarding suitable employment standards and benefit year requirements for individuals in vocational training programs.