This bill amends Section 96.5 of the Iowa Code to establish a new disqualification for unemployment benefits related to short-term employment with a fixed end date. Specifically, it introduces a new subsection that states individuals will be disqualified from receiving unemployment benefits if they separate from employment that lasted 180 days or less, provided certain conditions are met. These conditions include having a written employment contract that specifies the end date, acknowledges the lack of eligibility for benefits upon conclusion, and confirms that the employer is not using such contracts to circumvent liability. Additionally, the employment must not be related to federal or state active duty.

The bill also includes an applicability provision, stating that it applies to employment that begins on or after the effective date of the Act. This legislative change aims to clarify the eligibility criteria for unemployment benefits in cases of short-term employment, ensuring that individuals who enter into fixed-term contracts are aware of their ineligibility for benefits upon the conclusion of their employment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 96.5