WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HB 424

Unemployment compensation; revise weekly benefit amount for.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Hines

HB 424 sought to revise Mississippi's weekly unemployment compensation benefit amounts but failed to advance from committee review.

Died In Committee
#appropriationsa #workforcedevelopment
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HB 424

Legislative bill overview

HB 424 proposed revisions to Mississippi's weekly unemployment compensation benefit amounts. The bill was referred to the Workforce Development and Appropriations committees but did not advance, dying in committee on February 4, 2025.

Why is this important

Unemployment benefits directly affect workers between jobs and their families' financial stability. Changes to weekly benefit amounts influence both the adequacy of support for unemployed workers and the cost to employers and the state's unemployment insurance fund.

Potential points of contention

  • Benefit adequacy vs. cost burden: Increasing weekly amounts helps workers but raises costs for employers and the state; decreasing amounts reduces costs but may leave workers with insufficient support
  • Competitiveness with neighboring states: Mississippi's benefit levels compared to Louisiana, Arkansas, and Tennessee could affect worker retention and business attraction
  • Economic timing: Changes during economic uncertainty affect both vulnerable workers and businesses already facing challenges

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

Sign in to ask a question.