The bill amends Section 28-42-3 of the General Laws in Chapter 28-42, which deals with "Employment Security General Provisions," by introducing a new section titled "Definitions." This section clarifies key terms related to employment security, including "Partial unemployment." The bill modifies the definition of "Partial unemployment" to eliminate the previous expiration date of June 30, 2026, thereby allowing the increased earnings threshold for determining partial unemployment to continue indefinitely.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 28-44-7 of the General Laws in Chapter 28-44, which pertains to "Employment Security Benefits." It introduces new language regarding partial unemployment benefits, ensuring that eligible individuals receive benefits that, when combined with their wages, equal the weekly benefit rate they would receive if fully unemployed. The act removes the sunset provision that limited these arrangements until June 30, 2026, allowing for ongoing support for partial-unemployment insurance claimants. The act will take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
7962: 28-42-3, 28-44-7