Hawaii HB2165 amends the Hawaii Employment Security Law, modifying eligibility criteria and penalties for unemployment insurance benefits.

Hawaii HB2165 amends the Hawaii Employment Security Law by adjusting eligibility criteria for unemployment insurance benefits. It specifies that an unemployed individual must register for work and be available for work to receive benefits. The bill also modifies penalties for employers who fail to report wages or new hires, increasing the penalty amount. Additionally, it introduces a service charge for dishonored assessments and outlines procedures for collecting overpaid benefits and penalties. The changes are set to take effect on April 1, 2027.

Hawaii HB2165 amends the Hawaii Employment Security Law, modifying eligibility criteria and penalties for unemployment insurance benefits.

Hawaii HB2165 amends the Hawaii Employment Security Law by adjusting eligibility criteria for unemployment insurance benefits. It specifies that an unemployed individual must register for work and be available for work to receive benefits. The bill also modifies penalties for employers who fail to report wages or new hires, increasing the penalty amount. Additionally, it introduces a service charge for dishonored assessments and outlines procedures for collecting overpaid benefits and penalties. The changes are set to take effect on April 1, 2027.