The bill proposes the establishment of a fraud reporting portal for employers within Minnesota's unemployment benefits system, specifically codified in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 268. The commissioner is tasked with creating this portal to allow employers to report potential applicant fraud, with specific reporting elements mandated, including instances where an applicant was a no-show for an interview, refused a job offer, or could not be contacted for an interview or recall. Additionally, the commissioner is required to conduct outreach to inform employers about the portal's availability.
Furthermore, the bill allows for greater access to applicant data by prospective employers, overriding existing privacy laws. Upon request, the commissioner must provide information regarding an applicant's no-show record and refusal to work record, even if such data is classified as private. This change aims to enhance the integrity of the unemployment benefits system by enabling employers to report and verify applicant behavior more effectively.