MI HB5179

Beginning September 1, 2022, individuals claiming unemployment benefits must conduct work searches at least 3 times per week by applying for jobs, interviewing, enrolling in workforce development programs, obtaining high school diplomas/equivalency certificates, updating resumes, or registering with union hiring halls.

Claimants receiving benefits for 10 or more consecutive weeks must participate in reemployment services such as job search assistance.

Individuals must register for work with a Michigan works agency within 14 days after applying for benefits.

New reporting requirement for work search activities: claimants must report details of their work search efforts to the unemployment agency at least once per week, including employer names, application dates, job application copies, interview dates, and program verification documents.

Unemployment agency must submit quarterly reports to legislature detailing noncompliance determinations, benefits paid and recovered, number of ineligible claimants, average benefit duration, employer job opening notifications, and workforce program enrollment numbers.