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HB 542 (2025)

Increase maximum weekly unemployment benefits

Summary:

Increases the maximum amount of previous compensation that counts toward unemployment benefits. This would increase the maximum weekly benefit from $427 per week (for those previously earning $41,500 or more per year) to $669 per week (for those previously earning $65,000 or more per year).

Bill Sponsor:
Mark S. MacKenzie
Democratic party logo
Status:
HOUSE
Status Detail:
Tabled in the House
Public Hearing Date:
02/18/2025 10:00 am
Public Hearing Location:
LOB Room 307
House Voting Date:
03/06/2025