Texas HB1843 amends shared work plan requirements under the unemployment compensation program.

Texas HB1843 modifies the criteria for approving shared work plans, which allow employers to reduce employee hours to prevent layoffs. The Texas Workforce Commission can approve such plans if they apply to a specific unit, identify employees, and reduce hours by at least 10% but not more than 50%. Employers must certify that the plan avoids layoffs affecting at least 10% of employees, continues fringe benefits, and complies with state and federal laws. The bill also specifies that modifications reducing hours by more than 50% are considered substantial and require separate approval.

Texas HB1843 amends shared work plan requirements under the unemployment compensation program.

Texas HB1843 modifies the criteria for approving shared work plans, which allow employers to reduce employee hours to prevent layoffs. The Texas Workforce Commission can approve such plans if they apply to a specific unit, identify employees, and reduce hours by at least 10% but not more than 50%. Employers must certify that the plan avoids layoffs affecting at least 10% of employees, continues fringe benefits, and complies with state and federal laws. The bill also specifies that modifications reducing hours by more than 50% are considered substantial and require separate approval.