The bill amends sections of the Employment Security Law in Nebraska, specifically addressing disqualifications for benefits due to labor disputes, claim determinations, and claim redeterminations. Notably, it introduces a provision that allows all claims arising from the same alleged labor dispute to be considered simultaneously. Additionally, the bill changes the language regarding who makes determinations on claims, specifying that the department will handle these instead of a designated representative of the commissioner.

Furthermore, the bill expands the criteria for redetermination of claims, allowing for a review based on errors identified through a benefit accuracy measurement program, which is a quality control initiative mandated by federal regulations. The amendments also clarify the notification process for determinations and redeterminations, ensuring that all parties are promptly informed. The original sections of the law that are being amended will be repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 48-628.09, 48-630, 48-631
Final Reading: 48-628.09, 48-630, 48-631
Slip Law: 48-628.09, 48-630, 48-631