HB 3077: Unemployment insurance

Summary

• $ Modifies unemployment insurance taxes by reducing tax rates, by applying a three-year average to the determination of the taxable wage base, and by changing the calculation date and reducing the triggers for determining the tax rate schedule.
• C Establishes a training benefits program for qualified dislocated workers to receive additional unemployment insurance benefits for up to 52 weeks, including their regular unemployment insurance benefits, while they are in retraining and making satisfactory progress toward completion of their training plan. Through June 30, 2002, qualified dislocated aerospace, timber and fin fish workers are eligible for up to 74 weeks of benefits, including their regular benefits.

From the Substitute House Bill Report (SHB 3077), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗