The bill amends the Unemployment Compensation Law of Pennsylvania to establish specific eligibility criteria for individuals who leave their employment due to domestic violence. It introduces a new section, Section 402.7, which stipulates that employees will not be deemed ineligible for unemployment benefits if their departure from work is necessary to ensure their safety or that of their family due to a domestic violence situation. The bill outlines acceptable forms of documentation to verify such situations, including protective orders, police records, and statements from qualified professionals or family members. Additionally, it mandates that this documentation remains confidential and cannot be disclosed to employers.

Furthermore, the bill provides a process for expedited eligibility determinations for individuals who submit the required documentation, while also allowing for a redetermination of eligibility if false information is provided. It includes provisions for relief from benefit charges for employers related to claims deemed eligible under this new section, ensuring that employers are notified of such relief without needing to request it. The Department of Labor and Industry is tasked with consulting relevant advocacy groups to implement these changes effectively, and the act is set to take effect six months after its passage.