HB200

AN ACT relating to unemployment insurance.

Introduced·1/7/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB200 amends unemployment insurance laws to address benefits for workers affected by domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or.

Kentucky HB200 modifies the state's unemployment insurance laws to ensure that workers who leave their jobs due to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking are not disqualified from receiving benefits. The bill specifies that workers who leave their employment under these circumstances are eligible for benefits if they fear violence at or en route to their workplace, wish to relocate to avoid future incidents, or believe leaving work is necessary for their safety.

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Where it stands

Current
Economic Development & Workforce Investment Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 14

House

to Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H)

Jan 7

House

introduced in House

Jan 7

House

to Committee on Committees (H)