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HF 18

A bill for an act establishing a diminished salary offset for unemployment benefits.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brian Lohse

HF 18 - Diminished Salary Offset for Unemployment Benefits OverviewBill Number: HF 18 Title: A bill for an act establishing a diminished salary offset for unemployment benefits.

Introduced, referred to Labor and Workforce.
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Bill Summary · HF 18

HF 18 - Diminished Salary Offset for Unemployment Benefits

Overview

Bill Number: HF 18
Title: A bill for an act establishing a diminished salary offset for unemployment benefits.
Status: Introduced, referred to Labor and Workforce.
Introduced: January 14, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HF 18 is to modify the existing unemployment benefits system by reducing the amount that an individual's unemployment benefits are offset or reduced due to any wages or salary they may earn. The bill aims to provide greater financial support and incentives for unemployed individuals to seek part-time or temporary work while receiving unemployment compensation.

Key Provisions

  • Reduces the current dollar-for-dollar offset of unemployment benefits by wages or salary earned to a 50% offset.
  • This means that for every $1 an individual earns in wages or salary, their unemployment benefits will only be reduced by $0.50, rather than the full $1.
  • Maintains the existing requirement that individuals report any earnings to the state unemployment agency.
  • Directs the state Department of Employment and Economic Development to update program rules and procedures to implement the diminished offset.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Unemployed individuals receiving state unemployment benefits would be able to earn more supplemental income from part-time or temporary work without a full reduction in their benefits.
  • This could provide greater financial stability and incentives for the unemployed to seek out additional earning opportunities.
  • Employers may benefit from a larger pool of available part-time or temporary workers who can supplement their unemployment benefits.
  • The state unemployment insurance trust fund may see a modest increase in payouts due to the diminished offsets, though the intent is to encourage reemployment.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HF 18 was introduced on January 14, 2025 and has been referred to the Labor and Workforce committee for initial consideration. If approved by the committee, the bill would then proceed to a full vote in the state legislature. If passed, the diminished salary offset provisions would likely take effect 90 days after the governor's signature, allowing time for the state employment agency to update program rules and procedures.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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