SB1609

Modifies provisions relating to eligibility for unemployment benefits

Introduced·1/29/26
Introduced Text

Modifies eligibility criteria for unemployment benefits in Missouri.

The bill modifies provisions relating to eligibility for unemployment benefits in Missouri. It outlines specific conditions under which a claimant can be deemed available for work, including actively and earnestly seeking employment. The bill also details scenarios where a claimant may be ineligible for benefits, such as receiving remuneration exceeding their weekly benefit amount or being suspended for misconduct. Additionally, it specifies that benefits are not payable for weeks during which the claimant is participating in a strike or other labor dispute.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
General Laws Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 12

Senate

Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee

Jan 29

Senate

S First Read