MI HB6219

Extends maximum unemployment benefits from 20 weeks to 104 weeks for employees of ferrous mineral operators whose unemployment results from the employer's cessation of mining operations, whether permanent or temporary.

Defines "ferrous mineral operator" and "mining operation" by reference to section 63101 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, MCL 324.63101.

Maintains the minimum benefit duration of 14 weeks for eligible mining industry employees, consistent with other claimants.

Replaces references to "commission" with "unemployment agency" throughout section 27 for administrative consistency.

Applies to eligible individuals filing initial claims on or after January 15, 2012, who were employed during their base period by a ferrous mineral operator.