MS HB1472

Establishes restrictions on Mississippi Department of Employment Security sharing data with state, federal, or private entities, requiring written data sharing agreements and assurances that data will not be released to third parties without department permission

Creates an administrative hearing process for employers who fail to respond to subpoenas for wage records, allowing the department to assess penalties up to $500 for noncompliance and increasing the maximum fine for refusal to obey subpoenas from $200 to $500

Requires electronic payment of unemployment insurance and training taxes from all employers unless they receive written approval from the department to use another payment method

Establishes formal processes for employers to request reviews of tax rates and waivers of tax contributions for good cause, with the department authorized to make adjustments when employers are not at fault for issues like failing to file wage reports

Authorizes the department to waive repayment of benefits for good cause and to seek sheriff's assistance in enforcing court contempt orders related to noncompliance with subpoenas