MS HB810

Amends Section 71-5-503 to require annual increases to individual weekly unemployment benefit amounts equal to the U.S. inflation rate for the previous calendar year, as certified by the Mississippi Department of Employment Security.

Defines the inflation rate as the Consumer Price Index for urban consumers calculated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor.

Maintains existing maximum weekly benefit amounts of $210.00 (benefit years beginning July 1, 2002 or later), $230.00 (July 1, 2008 or later), and $235.00 (July 1, 2009 or later).

Brings forward Section 71-5-505 regarding benefit payment calculations for totally or partially unemployed individuals for possible future amendment.

Takes effect July 1, 2020.