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OH HB726
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Steve Demetriou
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AI Summary
- Amends Ohio Revised Code section 4141.29 to create a mandatory waiver of the active work search requirement for unemployment claimants laid off due to weather conditions
- Waiver applies for up to 17 weeks when layoffs occur between December 1 and March 31, the worker is not a union member, and the employer provides a return-to-work date no later than March 31
- Employer must notify both the laid-off worker and the Director of Job and Family Services of the expected return date at the time of layoff
- Existing law already permits discretionary waivers for temporary layoffs up to 45 days or plant closures up to 26 weeks; this adds a new mandatory waiver category specifically for weather-related layoffs
Legislative Description
Waive certain unemployment claim work-seeking requirements
Employment : Unemployment
Last Action
Referred to committee: Public Insurance and Pensions
3/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Public Insurance and Pensions3/4/2026
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