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HB 395

Require ODJFS online process to report job interview no-shows

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jack Daniels and 6 co-sponsors

Ohio bill requires ODJFS to create online employer reporting system for job interview no-shows to track workforce participation and inform benefits decisions.

Referred to committee
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Bill Summary · HB 395

Legislative bill overview

HB 395 would require the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) to establish an online process allowing employers to report when job applicants fail to show up for scheduled interviews. The bill aims to create a centralized system for tracking no-shows, potentially to inform unemployment benefits eligibility or workforce program participation decisions.

Why is this important

Job interview no-shows create inefficiencies in hiring processes and waste employer resources. A reporting system could help workforce agencies identify patterns of non-engagement among benefit recipients and potentially link no-show behavior to program accountability measures. This reflects broader policy debates about balancing support for job seekers with incentives for active job search participation.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and data concerns: Employers reporting individual no-shows raises questions about data collection, storage, and how this information might be used against applicants, particularly regarding unemployment benefits or future job eligibility.
  • Accuracy and burden: The system's reliability depends on consistent employer participation and accurate reporting; small employers may lack resources to use the platform, creating incomplete data.
  • Fairness and due process: Applicants wouldn't have an easy way to contest reports or explain legitimate reasons for missing interviews (transportation issues, emergencies, miscommunication), potentially penalizing vulnerable job seekers.

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

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