S.937

Requires DOLWD to process unemployment claims within two weeks of filing.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S937 mandates the Department of Labor and Workforce Development to process unemployment claims within two weeks of filing.

New Jersey S937 requires the Department of Labor and Workforce Development to expedite the processing of unemployment claims, ensuring they are handled within two weeks of filing. This bill mandates the department to establish a telephone hotline for claimants to access information and assistance. The hotline must be staffed to ensure callers do not wait more than 30 minutes on average. The bill also requires the department to employ additional personnel as necessary to meet the new processing timeline.

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Where it stands

Current
Labor Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor Committee