Assembly Bill 146 amends Wisconsin's unemployment insurance laws by modifying the requirements for employers when responding to requests for information regarding unemployment benefit claims. Specifically, the bill mandates that the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) must allow employers a minimum of 12 business days to respond to initial requests for information related to a claim. This change aims to provide employers with adequate time to gather and submit necessary information regarding claimants' employment separations, work dates, wages, and other relevant details that may affect eligibility for benefits.

The bill updates the existing statute 108.09 (1) by inserting language that emphasizes the 12-business-day response period for employers. It also maintains the requirement for employers to promptly inform the DWD of any objections to claims, along with the reasons for such objections. The new provisions will apply to requests for information related to claims filed for the week beginning on or after the effective date of the bill.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 108.09(1), 108.09