The bill amends Section 28-44-16 of the General Laws in Chapter 28-44, which pertains to Employment Security Benefits, specifically addressing labor disputes. It removes the previous stipulation that individuals are not entitled to benefits if they become unemployed due to a strike or labor dispute at their workplace. The bill introduces new language that allows individuals to receive unemployment benefits if their unemployment results from a lockout by their employer due to a labor dispute.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that individuals will be eligible for benefits if they are not members of the organization responsible for the labor dispute and are not participating in or financing the dispute. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
7440: 28-44-16