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SSB 1165

A bill for an act relating to employer recordkeeping and auditing requirements for purposes of unemployment insurance and including applicability provisions.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Overview: SSB 1165 is a proposed bill relating to employer recordkeeping and auditing requirements for unemployment insurance purposes.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to update a

Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
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Bill Summary · SSB 1165

Overview: SSB 1165 is a proposed bill relating to employer recordkeeping and auditing requirements for unemployment insurance purposes.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to update and streamline the recordkeeping and auditing processes for employers regarding unemployment insurance. This is intended to improve efficiency and compliance within the unemployment insurance system.

Key Provisions:
- Requires employers to maintain records related to unemployment insurance for a period of 5 years
- Grants the Workforce Development Department the authority to conduct audits of employer records to verify compliance
- Establishes penalties for employers who fail to maintain required records or who obstruct audits

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact all employers required to participate in the state's unemployment insurance program. Improved recordkeeping and auditing could help ensure accurate unemployment claims and benefit payments.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the subcommittee stage, where it has been recommended for amendment and passage. The next steps would be further legislative consideration and potential enactment.

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

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