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MS HB1756
Bill
Status
Passed
5/12/2010
Primary Sponsor
Rufus Straughter
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AI Summary
- Reenacts and extends the repeal date of the Mississippi Department of Employment Security and related statutes from July 1, 2010, to July 1, 2011, including the transfer of powers from the former Employment Security Commission to the Department of Employment Security within the Office of the Governor
- Reenacts the Mississippi Comprehensive Workforce Training and Education Consolidation Act of 2004, which establishes the 39-member Mississippi State Workforce Investment Board and four workforce investment areas aligned with planning and development districts
- Extends the repealer on the weekly unemployment benefit amount formula from July 1, 2010, to July 1, 2011, maintaining the maximum weekly benefit at $235 and the minimum at $30
- Reenacts provisions governing the Unemployment Compensation Fund, employer contribution requirements, nonprofit organization and political subdivision reimbursement obligations, and the appeals process for benefit claims
- Reenacts multiple related statutes covering TANF benefits, the Directory of New Hires, the Mississippi Advantage Jobs Act, the Mississippi Major Economic Impact Act, the Growth and Prosperity Act, and the requirement for the Department of Employment Security to report annually to the Legislature on workforce investment activities
Legislative Description
Employment Security Commission; reenact and extend date of repeal.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
5/12/2010
Full Bill Text
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