Mississippi HB147 revises the weekly benefit amount for unemployment compensation recipients.
Mississippi HB147 amends the Mississippi Code to revise the weekly benefit amount for individuals receiving unemployment compensation. The bill sets a new formula for calculating weekly benefits based on the highest quarter of wages during the base period. It also specifies a minimum weekly benefit amount and adjusts the benefit calculation for certain earnings. The changes take effect from July 1, 2026.
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