2021 House Bill 5179

Restore unemployment benefits work-search requirements

Introduced in the House

June 29, 2021

Introduced by Rep. Greg VanWoerkom (R-91)

To repeal a 2020 COVID epidemic response law that specified what an individual would have to do to be considered "actively engaged in seeking work" for the purpose of remaining eligible for unemployment insurance benefits, and prescribe new requirements.

Referred to the Committee on Workforce, Trades, and Talent

June 9, 2022

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-4) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

June 15, 2022

Passed in the House 56 to 49 (details)

Received in the Senate

June 16, 2022

Referred to the Committee on Economic and Small Business Development