This bill amends various sections of the Iowa Code related to the Department of Workforce Development, specifically focusing on the establishment of a reemployment case management program and updates to communication methods regarding unemployment benefits. The bill mandates that the department operate a reemployment case management program that provides individualized services to claimants who are no longer attached to work, with eligibility for benefits contingent upon participation in this program. Additionally, the bill modifies communication protocols by replacing references to traditional mail with electronic communication methods, allowing for notifications and information exchanges to occur through the department's online portal or via email.

Furthermore, the bill repeals the summer youth intern pilot program, which is set to take effect on June 30, 2026. The changes aim to streamline processes within the department, enhance the support provided to unemployed individuals, and modernize communication methods to improve efficiency in the administration of unemployment benefits.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 96.4, 96.11, 96.6, 96.5, 96.7, 84A.1B, 84A.13