Made modification to provisions affecting calculation of employer's experience rating for unemployment insurance payroll taxes when employer exempt/otherwise relieved.
From directly paying for former employee's benefits' prohibited employment security department (ESD) from requiring employer to file written request for relief.
From benefit charges in certain instances where employer is categorically exempt from paying for those charges; allows ESD to waive 30-day deadline for requesting relief.
Legislative History
On Jan. 8, 2024, bill was introduced in House; on Jan. 25, 2024, bill passed House.
On Jan. 26, 2024, bill was introduced in Senate; on Feb. 27, 2024, bill passed Senate.
On Mar. 1, 2024, bill was delivered to governor; on Mar. 13, 2024, governor signed.
Effectiveness
WAS LEG Bill HB 1898 becomes effective on Jun. 6, 2024.
