The proposed bill establishes a special commission in Massachusetts to study access to unemployment insurance. The commission's primary focus will be on addressing issues related to the timeliness and equity of claims processing. It will evaluate the structure and operations of the Department of Unemployment Assistance, including its staffing and budget, and will provide recommendations aimed at enhancing the department's effectiveness in fulfilling its responsibilities.

The commission will consist of nine members, including key officials from the labor and unemployment assistance sectors, as well as five members appointed by the governor, with specific expertise in unemployment insurance and social services. The commission is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations by October 1, 2026, to various legislative bodies, including the clerks of the House and Senate, and the relevant committees on ways and means and labor and workforce development.