This bill proposes amendments to the Code of West Virginia regarding unemployment compensation benefits, specifically aiming to reduce the duration for which individuals can receive these benefits. The key change is the introduction of a cap on unemployment compensation, limiting the total amount of time an individual may receive benefits to 90 days within a two-year period. Additionally, the bill stipulates that individuals will not be eligible for unemployment benefits more than once in a single year. Furthermore, it establishes disqualifications for individuals who voluntarily quit their jobs without good cause or are terminated for misconduct.

The bill also retains existing disqualification criteria for benefits, such as being discharged for misconduct or failing to apply for suitable work. The intent of these amendments is to streamline the unemployment compensation process and encourage individuals to seek employment more actively. Overall, the proposed changes reflect a significant tightening of eligibility for unemployment benefits in West Virginia.

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Introduced Version: 21A-6-3