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H 2149

An Act relative to non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Natalie Higgins and 6 co-sponsors

Overview: H 2149 - An Act relative to non-fault unemployment insurance overpaymentsPurpose and Intent: This bill aims to address the issue of non-fault unemployment insurance overp

Hearing rescheduled to 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:15 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
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Bill Summary · H 2149

Overview: H 2149 - An Act relative to non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to address the issue of non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments, which can occur due to administrative errors or other circumstances beyond the claimant's control. The goal is to provide relief and clarity for individuals who have been impacted by such overpayments.

Key Provisions:
- Prohibits the state from seeking repayment of non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments
- Requires the state to waive any outstanding non-fault overpayment balances
- Directs the state to refund any non-fault overpayments that have already been repaid by claimants

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals who have received non-fault unemployment insurance overpayments
- The state's unemployment insurance system and administration

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is currently scheduled for a hearing on 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:15 PM in B-1 and a virtual hearing with a new end time.
- After the hearing, the bill will proceed through the legislative process, potentially being referred to additional committees or scheduled for a vote.

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

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