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MS HB553

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2010

Primary Sponsor

James Evans

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Eliminates the one-week waiting period for unemployment compensation benefits in Mississippi.
  • Requires that eligible unemployed individuals receive benefits immediately upon being found eligible by the department.
  • Amends Section 71-5-511 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to change eligibility language from a waiting period to immediate payment.
  • Takes effect July 1, 2010.

Legislative Description

Unemployment benefits; require to be paid immediately if eligible.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2010

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